Audi Q5 vs. Volkswagen Atlas
In comparing the Audi Q5 to the Volkswagen Atlas, the Audi Q5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The Volkswagen Atlas 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 base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q5 versus the Volkswagen Atlas, the Volkswagen Atlas is a better car than the Audi Q5.
Audi Q5 versus Volkswagen Atlas Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Audi Q5 ranges from $29,997 to $42,988 while a used Volkswagen Atlas from the same model year range is priced between $27,235 to $41,000. For a new model, the Audi Q5's price is between $48,108 and $59,303, with the Volkswagen Atlas priced between $37,663 and $54,449.
Audi Q5 versus Volkswagen Atlas Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q5 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Atlas' quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q5 being ranked 3 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Volkswagen Atlas being ranked 15 out of 25 Best Midsize SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi Q5’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Atlas base engine makes 235 horsepower. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. The Atlas is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 465 miles. The Q5 uses premium unleaded, and the Atlas uses regular unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Audi Q5 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Volkswagen Atlas has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi Q5 and the Volkswagen Atlas have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Audi Q5 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$48,108 - $59,303
Used Asking Price:
$29,997 - $42,988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$37,663 - $54,449
Used Asking Price:
$27,235 - $41,000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.4%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
12 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 31Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 31Ranking
33 out of / 61Ranking
37 out of / 61Ranking
48 out of / 61Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Prestige 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Prestige 40 TFSI
Trim Levels
SEL 4Motion, V6 SEL 4Motion, SE, V6 SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion, SE 4Motion, V6 SE 4Motion, V6 SE, V6 SEL R-Line Black 4Motion
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
235 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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 / 25
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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 25 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
391 / 465 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
25.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.8 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
96.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
174.6 cubic feet
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:
4261 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
70.1 inches
Length:
200.7 inches
Wheelbase:
117.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18
