Audi Q8 vs. BMW X5
In comparing the Audi Q8's and the BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the Audi Q8 has the advantage in the area of resale value. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q8's and the BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Audi Q8 vs. BMW X5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi Q8 loses 52.3 percent of its value and the BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the Audi Q8 retains 1.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi Q8’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the BMW X5 base engine makes 375 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Audi Q8 has higher safety ratings than the BMW X5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.523012
Pricing
New Asking Price:
70091 - 103721
Used Asking Price:
65912 - 96463
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537963
Audi Q8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.784918 / 10
Reliability:
8.354753 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Audi Q8 Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 22Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 25Ranking
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26 out of / 68Ranking
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30 out of / 61Ranking
36 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 61Ranking
42 out of / 54Ranking
48 out of / 61Ranking
48 out of / 59Ranking
51 out of / 61Ranking
54 out of / 68Ranking
59 out of / 68Ranking
59 out of / 61Ranking
64 out of / 68BMW X5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 61Ranking
6 out of / 61Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
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8 out of / 61Ranking
8 out of / 61Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 21Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
23 out of / 61Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
40 out of / 54Ranking
46 out of / 59Ranking
55 out of / 68Ranking
55 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Audi Q8 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI
BMW X5 Trim Levels
M60i, sDrive40i, xDrive40i
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 27 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
504 / 591 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
30.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5049 lbs
Width:
86 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
196 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4919 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
69.1 inches
Length:
194.2 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 10.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
285/45R21
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R20