2016 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2016 Audi Q5
In comparing the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg's and the 2016 Audi Q5's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The 2016 Audi Q5 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg's and the 2016 Audi Q5's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg is a better car than the 2016 Audi Q5.
2016 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2016 Audi Q5 Pricing
A used 2016 Volkswagen Touareg ranges from $13,996 to $31,937 while a used 2016 Audi Q5 is priced between $13,786 to $24,991.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the 2016 Audi Q5 base engine makes 220 horsepower. The Touareg is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 607 miles. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 554 miles. This gives the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2016 Audi Q5. The Touareg uses gasoline, and the Q5 uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2016 Volkswagen Touareg has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2016 Audi Q5 has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2016 Audi Q5 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13996 - 31937
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13786 - 24991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.507732
Volkswagen Touareg Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volkswagen Touareg Rankings
Not yet available
Audi Q5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 61Ranking
17 out of / 54Ranking
18 out of / 59Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 61Ranking
28 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
31 out of / 61Ranking
40 out of / 68Ranking
42 out of / 68Ranking
42 out of / 61Ranking
44 out of / 61Ranking
48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2016 Volkswagen Touareg Trim Levels
TDI Executive, TDI Lux, TDI Sport, VR6 Executive, VR6 Lux, VR6 Sport
2016 Audi Q5 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0 quattro TDI Premium Plus, 3.0 quattro TDI Prestige, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7716 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 4450 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
449 / 607 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 554 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Cargo Space:
32.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
135.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
29.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
57.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4696 lbs
Width:
76.4 inches
Height:
68.2 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4200 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
182.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18