2017 BMW X3 vs. 2017 Audi Q5
When comparing the 2017 BMW X3's and the 2017 Audi Q5's specifications and ratings, the 2017 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2017 Audi Q5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2017 BMW X3's and the 2017 Audi Q5's specifications and ratings, the 2017 BMW X3 is a better car than the 2017 Audi Q5.
2017 BMW X3 vs. 2017 Audi Q5 Pricing
A used 2017 BMW X3 ranges from $15,000 to $26,998 while a used 2017 Audi Q5 is priced between $14,994 to $26,990.
2017 BMW X3 vs. 2017 Audi Q5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value and the 2017 Audi Q5 loses 50.8 percent of its value. This means the 2017 BMW X3 retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Audi Q5.
2017 BMW X3 vs. 2017 Audi Q5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Audi Q5's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Audi Q5 being ranked 4 out of 29. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the BMW X3 is ranked 3 and the Audi Q5 is ranked 7. The BMW X3 is also ranked 4 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Audi Q5 is ranked 10 out of 68.
2017 BMW X3 vs. 2017 Audi Q5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Audi Q5 the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi Q5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 BMW X3’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2017 Audi Q5 base engine makes 220 horsepower. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 376 miles. This gives the 2017 BMW X3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Audi Q5. The X3 uses premium unleaded, and the Q5 uses e85.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2017 Audi Q5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2017 BMW X3 has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2017 BMW X3 and the 2017 Audi Q5 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15000 - 26998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14994 - 26990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.507732
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
BMW X3 Rankings
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1 out of / 27Ranking
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21 out of / 54Ranking
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23 out of / 61Audi Q5 Rankings
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2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
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10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
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13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
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17 out of / 54Ranking
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20 out of / 29Ranking
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48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2017 BMW X3 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28d, xDrive28i, xDrive35i
2017 Audi Q5 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 4450 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
277 / 376 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
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:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
27.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 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:
4030 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
183.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4090 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:
245/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18