Audi A2 - from outsider to cult object. When the first Audi A2 rolled off the production line in Neckarsulm in 1999, great things were destined for it: it was meant to shake up the compact car market. Instead, the A2 went largely unnoticed in the market. However, even though it was not very popular at the time, today it is a sought-after classic - as a youngtimer in the used car market. A milestone in Audi's history. The Audi A2 was simply ahead of its time. Its unusual van-like shape and relatively high price caused many buyers to turn up their noses back then. Yet, the A2 was a true milestone in automotive technology. With its lightweight aluminum body, extremely low drag coefficient, and economical engines, the smallest Audi of its time can still compete with many current small car models today. It also features high-quality equipment, including air conditioning, a glass sunroof, and leather upholstery.