2018 Audi Q5 vs. 2018 Porsche Macan
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Audi Q5 and 2018 Porsche Macan contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2018 Audi Q5 and the 2018 Porsche Macan.
When comparing the 2018 Audi Q5's and the 2018 Porsche Macan'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, reliability and overall quality score. The 2018 Porsche Macan has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2018 Audi Q5 and 2018 Porsche Macan have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Audi Q5's and the 2018 Porsche Macan's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi Q5 is a better car than the 2018 Porsche Macan.
Pricing: A used 2018 Audi Q5 ranges from $16,998 to $28,437 while a used 2018 Porsche Macan is priced between $25,000 to $49,054.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Audi Q5 loses 53.6 percent of its value and the 2018 Porsche Macan loses 39.7 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Porsche Macan retains 14 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Audi Q5.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q5 is 8.1 out of 10 while the Porsche Macan's quality rating is 7.1 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q5 being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Porsche Macan being ranked 10 out of 29. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Audi Q5 is ranked 12 and the Porsche Macan is ranked 31.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi Q5 is 8.1 out of 10. For the Porsche Macan the reliability rating is 6.1 out of 10. This gives the Audi Q5 an advantage in reliability compared to the Porsche Macan.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2018 Audi Q5 and the 2018 Porsche Macan makes 252 horsepower. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The Macan is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 495 miles. This gives the 2018 Audi Q5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Porsche Macan. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The 2018 Audi Q5 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$41,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$41,146
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$33,355 - $54,300
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$47,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$41,146
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$33,355 - $54,300
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$22,922
Price Range:
$16,998 - $28,437
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$24,585
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$20,268 - $35,179
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
588
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
71,911
# Good or Great Deals:
291
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$35,179
Price Range:
$25,000 - $49,054
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$24,585
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$20,268 - $35,179
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
362
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
58,960
# Good or Great Deals:
197
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Porsche Macan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Audi Q5
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
6.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
4.7 - 7.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
5.4%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Porsche Macan
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
6.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
4.7 - 7.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
1 - 22.9
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
22.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
1 - 22.9
Audi Q5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 4Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 68Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 59Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 68Ranking
27 out of / 68Ranking
28 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
41 out of / 68Ranking
44 out of / 68Ranking
49 out of / 68Porsche Macan Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 68Ranking
17 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 27Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
44 out of / 59Ranking
45 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Audi Q5 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
2018 Porsche Macan Trim Levels
Base, GTS, S, Turbo
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 / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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 Specs
Horsepower:
252 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 495 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
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:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
17.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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:
3902 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
63.9 inches
Length:
184.3 inches
Wheelbase:
110.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Moonlight Blue Metallic / Navarra Blue Metallic / Utopia Blue Metallic
Gray
Manhattan Gray Metallic / Monsoon Gray Metallic
Green
Azores Green Metallic
Red
Matador Red Metallic
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
White
Ibis White
Beige
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Jet Black Metallic
Blue
Night Blue Metallic / Sapphire Blue Metallic
Gray
Agate Grey Metallic / Volcano Grey Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Carmine Red Metallic
Silver
Rhodium Silver Metallic
White
Carrara White Metallic / White
Beige
Palladium Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Atlas Beige
Black
Black
Brown
Nougat Brown
Gray
Rock Gray/Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black / Black/Garnet Red / Black/Luxor Beige
Brown
Espresso / Saddle Brown / Saddle Brown/Luxor Beige
Gray
Agate Grey / Agate Grey/Pebble Grey
