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Audi Q5 vs Mazda CX-30 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Audi Q5 or Mazda CX-30?

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

Q5 @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda CX-30 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Audi Q5 costs 44800 £. That’s a price difference of around 19594 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q5 manages with 2.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

CX-30 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q5 has a convincingly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 181 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q5 performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda CX-30 tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q5 pulls clearly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm difference.

Q5 @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mazda CX-30 is noticeable lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 455 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q5 offers slightly more room – 520 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q5 performs slight better – up to 1473 L, which is about 67 L more than the Mazda CX-30.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q5 a bit takes the win – 565 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q5 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £44,800
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Audi Q5

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 92 - 100 km
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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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Mazda CX-30

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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
44800 - 78900 £
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 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
1455 - 1587 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1540 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
1398 - 1406 L
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 204 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda

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What drivetrain options does the Audi Q5 have?

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

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