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Audi Q5 vs BMW iX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 659 HP), boot space and price (44800 £ vs 71600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or BMW iX?

Audi Q5

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BMW iX

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi Q5 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44800 £, while the BMW iX costs 71600 £. That’s a price difference of around 26743 £.

As for range, the BMW iX performs decisively better – achieving up to 701 km, about 601 km more than the Audi Q5.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX has a clearly edge – offering 659 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Audi Q5 takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX pulls convincingly stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 465 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Audi Q5 is distinct lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2525 kg. The difference is around 615 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q5 offers minimal more room – 520 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX performs a bit better – up to 1750 L, which is about 277 L more than the Audi Q5.

When it comes to payload, BMW iX barely noticeable takes the win – 575 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW iX 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.

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BMW iX

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km
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Audi Q5

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The Audi Q5 feels like the sensible luxury choice — polished cabin materials, a calm ride and enough tech to keep commuters and weekend adventurers equally pleased. It won't shout for attention but will quietly check the boxes for buyers who want refinement, space and everyday usability with a dash of Audi charisma.

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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
44800 - 78900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
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Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
Curb weight
2525 - 2655 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4965 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1970 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1688 - 1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
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Transmission
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Transmission
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Power HP
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4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
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Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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