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Audi Q5 vs BMW X3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 398 HP), boot space and price (44800 £ vs 51300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or BMW X3?

Audi Q5

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q5

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi Q5 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44800 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q5 manages with 2.50 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q5 performs a bit better – achieving up to 100 km, about 12 km more than the BMW X3.

X3

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 X3 has a minimal edge – offering 398 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the BMW X3 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls somewhat stronger with 670 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

Q5

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi Q5 is slight lighter – 1910 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers barely noticeable more room – 570 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs a bit better – up to 1700 L, which is about 227 L more than the Audi Q5.

When it comes to payload, BMW X3 slight takes the win – 570 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X3 has only a minor advantage in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Audi Q5
BMW X3

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X3

BMW X3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 398 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km

Audi Q5

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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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 X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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Audi Q5
BMW X3

Costs and Consumption

Price
44800 - 78900 £
Price
51300 - 72400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
64 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4755 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1660 mm
Max trunk capacity
1388 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q5 have?

The Audi Q5 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.