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Audi Q3 vs BMW 5 Series Saloon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (272 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (38200 £ vs 50800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or BMW 5 Series Saloon?

Audi Q3

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi Q3 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38200 £, while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50800 £. That’s a price difference of around 12600 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q3 manages with 1.70 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Saloon with 2.10 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi Q3 performs a bit better – achieving up to 119 km, about 14 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon has a decisively edge – offering 727 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Audi Q3 takes 5.70 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 5 Series Saloon performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi Q3 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Saloon pulls decisively stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, Audi Q3 is somewhat lighter – 1635 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers barely noticeable more room – 520 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Saloon slightly takes the win – 600 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 5 Series Saloon shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £50,800
5 Series Saloon @ BMW Group Press

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.1 - 5.8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 - 105 km
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Audi Q3

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The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38200 - 52900 £
Price
50800 - 123800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Electric Range
68 - 105 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
co2
39 - 195 g/km
co2
48 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1635 - 1900 kg
Curb weight
1800 - 2510 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Length
4531 mm
Length
5060 - 5096 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1900 - 1970 mm
Height
1559 - 1601 mm
Height
1510 - 1515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1196 - 1386 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 535 kg
Payload
430 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
208 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW

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The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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