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Audi Q5 vs BMW X5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (44800 £ vs 77100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or BMW X5?

Audi Q5

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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BMW X5

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

Q5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi Q5 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44800 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32229 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q5 manages with 2.50 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BMW X5 performs minimal better – achieving up to 105 km, about 5 km more than the Audi Q5.

X5

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 X5 has a convincingly edge – offering 625 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Audi Q5 takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

Q5

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi Q5 is slightly lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers to a small extent more room – 650 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs noticeable better – up to 1870 L, which is about 397 L more than the Audi Q5.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 somewhat takes the win – 705 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 is decisively ahead 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 X5

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X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12.8 L
  • Electric Range : 105 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 X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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Audi Q5
BMW X5

Costs and Consumption

Price
44800 - 78900 £
Price
77100 - 143500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
105 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
68 - 289 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 L
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 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
2240 - 2495 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4935 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Max trunk capacity
1388 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
565 - 705 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
298 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, 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.