Audi Q3 vs. Audi Q5 Sportback
When we compare the Audi Q3's and the Audi Q5 Sportback's specifications and ratings, the Audi Q3 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. The Audi Q5 Sportback has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q3's and the Audi Q5 Sportback's specifications and ratings, the Audi Q3 is a better car than the Audi Q5 Sportback.
Audi Q3 vs. Audi Q5 Sportback Pricing
For a new model, the Audi Q3's price is between $42,756 and $49,717, with the Audi Q5 Sportback priced between $55,035 and $65,432.
Audi Q3 vs. Audi Q5 Sportback Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi Q3 loses 46.2 percent of its value and the Audi Q5 Sportback loses 48.6 percent of its value. This means the Audi Q3 retains 2.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi Q5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi Q3’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the Audi Q5 Sportback base engine makes 261 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi Q3 and the Audi Q5 Sportback have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
42756 - 49717
Used Asking Price:
39481 - 45720
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.461597
Pricing
New Asking Price:
55035 - 65432
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.486352
Audi Q3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi Q5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Audi Q3 Rankings
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61 out of / 68Audi Q5 Sportback Rankings
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8 out of / 29Ranking
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18 out of / 27Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
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29 out of / 54Ranking
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34 out of / 59Ranking
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53 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi Q3 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI
Audi Q5 Sportback Trim Levels
quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI, quattro S line Prestige 45 TFSI
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:
184 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
23.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
24.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
51.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3902 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
176.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19