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Audi Q5 vs Mazda CX-5 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Audi Q5 meets Mazda CX-5.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

Q5 @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda CX-5 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the Audi Q5 costs 44800 £. That’s a price difference of around 14828 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q5 manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 4.50 L per 100 km.

CX-5 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

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 Audi Q5 has a clearly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 226 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-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 6 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q5 performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q5 pulls convincingly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 312 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mazda CX-5 is to a small extent lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 281 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers to a small extent more room – 583 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs evident better – up to 2019 L, which is about 546 L more than the Audi Q5.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £44,800
Q5 @ Audi AG

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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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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Mazda CX-5

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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
44800 - 78900 £
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 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
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co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1629 - 1671 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
583 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 cm3

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