DS3 E-Tense 136 or Audi Q2: which has more power?

DS3 E-Tense 136 produces 136 hp and 260 Nm torque vs 300 Nm, versus 116 hp for Audi Q2. DS3 E-Tense 136 leads on 1/2 power metrics.

Which is faster, the DS3 E-Tense 136 or the Audi Q2?

DS3 E-Tense 136 is faster with a 0-100 km/h in 8.7s vs 10.5s for Audi Q2, a gap of 1.8s. The Apex physics simulation confirms this advantage across all timed runs.

Which is faster, the DS3 E-Tense 136 or the Audi Q2?

DS3 E-Tense 136 has a clear edge over the Audi Q2 to 100 km/h. This difference is clearly noticeable in spirited driving and widens on standing starts.

DS3 E-Tense 136 or Audi Q2: which has more power?

DS3 E-Tense 136 has about 15% more power than the Audi Q2. On torque, Audi Q2 also leads - which benefits quick overtakes.

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DS3 E-Tense 136 vs Audi Q2: which is truly faster?

Simulated drag race 0 → 1,000 m in real time. Synchronised speed counters and stopwatch. Physics calibration on 7 manufacturer measurements.

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DSBEV

3 E-Tense 136

136 hp · 260 Nm · 1,530 kg · 2021

AudiDiesel

Q2

116 hp · 300 Nm · 1,365 kg · 2026

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Parameters and assumptions

Simulation

Start: Standing, straight line
Surface: Dry asphalt, 23°C
Wind: None
Driver: 1 person, 75 kg

Calibration

Splits: 0–100, 0–200 manufacturer
Power curve: Real measurement (Caralogy)
VMax: Manufacturer limited
Transmission: Losses integrated in model

Physics model calibrated on manufacturer splits. The limited top speed is not the real aerodynamic top speed of the vehicles.

Under the bonnet

Manufacturer technical specifications. The power-to-weight ratio is the key physical factor in a drag race.

3 E-Tense 136

11,25kg/hpratio better by 0,52 kg/hp

Characteristic	Value	Detail
Power	136 hp	Pending
Torque	260 Nm
Weight	1 530 kg	manufacturer kerb weight
Drivetrain	-
Gearbox	single-speed reduction

Audi

Q2

11,77kg/hpcompensated by −165 kg

Characteristic	Value	Detail
Power	116 hp	Pending
Torque	300 Nm
Weight	1 365 kg	manufacturer kerb weight
Drivetrain	Traction
Gearbox	6-speed manual gearbox

Frequently asked questions

Which is faster, 3 E-Tense 136 or Q2?

See the simulation above.

What is the 0-100 of 3 E-Tense 136?

Data not available.

3 E-Tense 136 or Q2: for what use?

3 E-Tense 136: 136 hp, ratio 11,25 kg/hp. Q2: 116 hp, ratio 11,77 kg/hp.

What is the top speed of 3 E-Tense 136 vs Q2?

3 E-Tense 136: 150 km/h. Q2: 202 km/h.