Audi Q5 vs. BMW X4
When we compare the Audi Q5's and the BMW X4's specifications and ratings, the Audi Q5 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The BMW X4 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q5's and the BMW X4's specifications and ratings, the Audi Q5 is a better car than the BMW X4.
Audi Q5 vs. BMW X4 Pricing
A used 2024 Audi Q5 ranges from $50,571 to $59,081 while a used 2024 BMW X4 is priced between $58,153 to $74,028. For a new model, the Audi Q5's price is between $49,095 and $60,599, with the BMW X4 priced between $58,657 and $75,511.
Audi Q5 vs. BMW X4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi Q5 loses 50.8 percent of its value and the BMW X4 loses 47.7 percent of its value. This means the BMW X4 retains 3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi Q5.
Audi Q5 vs. BMW X4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q5 is 8.1 out of 10 while the BMW X4's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q5 being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the BMW X4 being ranked 10 out of 29. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Audi Q5 is ranked 14 and the BMW X4 is ranked 22. The Audi Q5 is also ranked 18 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the BMW X4 is ranked 27 out of 67.
Audi Q5 vs. BMW X4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi Q5 is 7.8 out of 10. For the BMW X4 the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Audi Q5 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi Q5’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the BMW X4 base engine makes 248 horsepower. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. The X4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. This gives the Audi Q5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW X4. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi Q5 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$49,095 - $60,599
Used Asking Price:
$50,571 - $59,081
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$58,657 - $75,511
Used Asking Price:
$58,153 - $74,028
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.7%
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
BMW X4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
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 / 60Ranking
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47 out of / 67BMW X4 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 27Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
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22 out of / 60Ranking
22 out of / 60Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
24 out of / 60Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 60Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
30 out of / 60Ranking
31 out of / 60Ranking
31 out of / 55Ranking
35 out of / 67Ranking
37 out of / 60Ranking
38 out of / 67Ranking
42 out of / 60Ranking
49 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi Q5 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI, quattro S line Prestige 45 TFSI
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 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):
0.059 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 / 29 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 537 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):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention 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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
25.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.1 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:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4079 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
65.5 inches
Length:
184.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
63.8 inches
Length:
187.6 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:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
