2019 Audi Q5 vs. 2019 BMW X3
When comparing the 2019 Audi Q5's and the 2019 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, The 2019 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2019 Audi Q5 and 2019 BMW X3 have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Audi Q5's and the 2019 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the 2019 BMW X3 is a better car than the 2019 Audi Q5.
2019 Audi Q5 vs. 2019 BMW X3 Pricing
A used 2019 Audi Q5 ranges from $24,498 to $35,949 while a used 2019 BMW X3 is priced between $22,998 to $39,989.
2019 Audi Q5 vs. 2019 BMW X3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Audi Q5 loses 50.8 percent of its value and the 2019 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value. This means the 2019 BMW X3 retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Audi Q5.
2019 Audi Q5 vs. 2019 BMW X3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q5 is 8.1 out of 10 while the BMW X3's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q5 being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Audi Q5 is ranked 14 and the BMW X3 is ranked 4. The Audi Q5 is also ranked 18 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the BMW X3 is ranked 5 out of 67.
2019 Audi Q5 vs. 2019 BMW X3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi Q5 is 7.8 out of 10. For the BMW X3 the reliability rating is 8.3 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 base engine of both the 2019 Audi Q5 and the 2019 BMW X3 makes 248 horsepower. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 516 miles. This gives the 2019 BMW X3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Audi Q5. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Audi Q5 and the 2019 BMW X3 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Overview
While the BMW X3 is widely considered the driver’s choice, thanks in no small part to the top-spec X3 M, those who emphasize aesthetics are likely to prefer the Audi Q5, with its sleeker exterior design and more stylish interior. Both models offer 4- and 6-cylinder engines, yet the Q5 comes standard with all-wheel drive, whereas it’s an extra-cost option on the X3. Audi also offers a full plug-in hybrid version of the Q5, whereas a 48-volt mild-hybrid setup has replaced the optional plug-in design on the X3. Both manufacturers equip their SUVs with a healthy list of advanced driver assistance systems, but more of them come standard on the Q5. As for infotainment, the X3’s standard touchscreen is more than two inches larger than the Q5’s, while BMW’s iDrive system remains a challenge for some users. The X3 comes with three years of complimentary scheduled maintenance, something Audi does not offer on the Q5.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$24,498 - $35,949
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$22,998 - $39,989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.5%
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 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
10 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
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 / 67Ranking
32 out of / 60Ranking
39 out of / 67Ranking
42 out of / 60Ranking
44 out of / 67Ranking
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47 out of / 67BMW X3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 60Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
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8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 60Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
14 out of / 60Ranking
16 out of / 60Ranking
17 out of / 60Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
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21 out of / 60Ranking
22 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 55Ranking
23 out of / 60Ranking
23 out of / 60Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
42 out of / 67Ranking
44 out of / 60Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Audi Q5 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
2019 BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
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:
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 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):
22 / 27 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
407 / 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 516 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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:
25.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
28.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4057 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:
4034 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
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 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R18
