2019 Audi SQ5 vs. 2019 BMW X4
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Audi SQ5 and 2019 BMW X4 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 2019 Audi SQ5 and the 2019 BMW X4.
When we compare the 2019 Audi SQ5's and the 2019 BMW X4's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi SQ5 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2019 BMW X4 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. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Audi SQ5's and the 2019 BMW X4's specifications and ratings, the 2019 BMW X4 is a better car than the 2019 Audi SQ5.
Pricing: A used 2019 Audi SQ5 ranges from $26,945 to $39,863 while a used 2019 BMW X4 is priced between $26,080 to $40,439.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Audi SQ5 loses 52 percent of its value and the 2019 BMW X4 loses 50.7 percent of its value. This means the 2019 BMW X4 retains 1.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Audi SQ5.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi SQ5 is 6.6 out of 10 while the BMW X4's quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the Audi SQ5 being ranked 12 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the BMW X4 being ranked 9 out of 29. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Audi SQ5 is ranked 35 and the BMW X4 is ranked 28.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi SQ5 is 5.9 out of 10. For the BMW X4 the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW X4 an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi SQ5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Audi SQ5’s base engine makes 349 horsepower, and the 2019 BMW X4 base engine makes 245 horsepower. The SQ5 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. The X4 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. This gives the 2019 BMW X4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Audi SQ5. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$52,400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$41,166
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$31,995 - $52,400
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$50,450
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$41,166
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$31,995 - $52,400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$33,595
Price Range:
$26,945 - $39,863
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$27,629
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$21,628 - $38,409
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
63
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
64,476
# Good or Great Deals:
32
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$33,632
Price Range:
$26,080 - $40,439
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$27,629
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$21,628 - $38,409
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
73
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
66,538
# Good or Great Deals:
44
Audi SQ5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.6 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Audi SQ5
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
7.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
5.7 - 8.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
10.5%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 BMW X4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
7.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
5.7 - 8.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
11.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 15.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
15.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 15.8
Audi SQ5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
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17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
22 out of / 27Ranking
26 out of / 68Ranking
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31 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
35 out of / 68Ranking
38 out of / 68Ranking
39 out of / 59Ranking
42 out of / 68BMW X4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 27Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
35 out of / 59Ranking
38 out of / 68Ranking
51 out of / 68Ranking
53 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Audi SQ5 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
2019 BMW X4 Trim Levels
M40i, 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):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
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:
349 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
245 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 444 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):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4321 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4146 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
63.8 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Moonlight Blue Metallic / Navarra Blue Metallic
Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect / Quantum Gray
Green
Azores Green Metallic
Red
Matador Red Metallic
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
White
Glacier White Metallic / Ibis White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Phytonic Blue Metallic
Gray
Dark Graphite Metallic
Green
Dark Olive Metallic
Red
Flamenco Red Metallic
Silver
Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Rotor Gray
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black w/ Blue Contrast Stitching / Black w/ Contrast Stitching / Black w/ Red Contrast Stitching
Gray
Oyster w/ Contrast Stitching
Beige
Canberra Beige/Black / Canberra Beige/Black w/ Contrast Stitching
Brown
Cognac w/ Contrast Stitching / Mocha w/ Contrast Stitching
Red
Tacora Red w/ Contrast Stitching
