2018 Audi Q5 vs. 2018 BMW X5
When comparing the 2018 Audi Q5's and the 2018 BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi Q5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The 2018 BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Audi Q5's and the 2018 BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi Q5 is a better car than the 2018 BMW X5.
2018 Audi Q5 vs. 2018 BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2018 Audi Q5 ranges from $20,163 to $32,153 while a used 2018 BMW X5 is priced between $23,994 to $39,996.
2018 Audi Q5 vs. 2018 BMW X5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Audi Q5 loses 50.8 percent of its value and the 2018 BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Audi Q5 retains 3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 BMW X5.
2018 Audi Q5 vs. 2018 BMW X5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q5 is 8.1 out of 10 while the BMW X5's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q5 being ranked 14 out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the BMW X5 being ranked 16 out of 60. Out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Audi Q5 is ranked 18 and the BMW X5 is ranked 20.
2018 Audi Q5 vs. 2018 BMW X5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi Q5 is 7.8 out of 10. For the BMW X5 the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW X5 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi Q5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Audi Q5’s base engine makes 252 horsepower, and the 2018 BMW X5 base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles.This gives the 2018 Audi Q5 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 BMW X5 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Audi Q5 has higher safety ratings than the 2018 BMW X5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$20,163 - $32,153
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$23,994 - $39,996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Audi Q5 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
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12 out of / 67Ranking
14 out of / 60Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 55Ranking
19 out of / 60Ranking
19 out of / 60Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 60Ranking
26 out of / 60Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
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32 out of / 60Ranking
39 out of / 67Ranking
42 out of / 60Ranking
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46 out of / 60Ranking
47 out of / 67BMW X5 Rankings
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2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 60Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
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6 out of / 60Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
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7 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 60Ranking
9 out of / 60Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 67Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 60Ranking
16 out of / 60Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
20 out of / 32Ranking
21 out of / 32Ranking
22 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 60Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
42 out of / 55Ranking
48 out of / 60Ranking
55 out of / 60Ranking
58 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2018 Audi Q5 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
2018 BMW X5 Trim Levels
sDrive35i, xDrive35d, xDrive35i, xDrive50i
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
252 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 1200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 27 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 560 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
26.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
35.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
76.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4045 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
183.6 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4625 lbs
Width:
86 inches
Height:
69.4 inches
Length:
193.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
