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Audi Q5 vs VW Taigo – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or VW Taigo?

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.

VW Taigo has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the Audi Q5 costs 44800 £. That’s a price difference of around 25204 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q5 manages with 2.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.30 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

Taigo @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 Audi Q5 has a clearly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.20 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q5 performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Taigo tops out at 212 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q5 pulls convincingly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm difference.

Q5 @ Audi AG

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, VW Taigo is decisively lighter – 1229 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 681 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q5 offers slightly more room – 520 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q5 performs slightly better – up to 1473 L, which is about 251 L more than the VW Taigo.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q5 a bit takes the win – 565 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q5 shows itself to be is largely superior 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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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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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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VW Taigo

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The VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
44800 - 78900 £
Price
19600 - 31300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1229 - 1302 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4266 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1757 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1518 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
1222 L
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
184 - 212 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW

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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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