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BMW 2 Series vs Audi Q5 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 367 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Audi Q5?

BMW 2 Series vs Audi Q5: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter

Audi Q5

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  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 2 Series is slightly cheaper – starting at 39,200 £ , while the Audi Q5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q5 uses 2.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Q5

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 BMW 2 Series offers noticeably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Audi Q5 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers somewhat more torque with 650 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Audi Q5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is markedly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,910 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q5 offers noticeably more boot space – 520 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q5 carries clearly more – 565 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q5 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Q5

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 92 - 100 km
BMW 2 Series
Audi Q5

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Audi Q5

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 2 Series
Audi Q5

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
46,400 - 79,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
56 - 189 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,910 - 2,245 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Length
4,537 mm
Length
-
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
490 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
237 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Audi
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