Subaru Crosstrek vs. Audi Q5
When we compare the Subaru Crosstrek to the Audi Q5, the Subaru Crosstrek has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Audi Q5 has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The Subaru Crosstrek and Audi Q5 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Crosstrek versus the Audi Q5, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Subaru Crosstrek versus Audi Q5 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Subaru Crosstrek ranges from $22,994 to $31,213 while a used Audi Q5 from the same model year range is priced between $29,997 to $42,988. For a new model, the Subaru Crosstrek's price is between $26,435 and $34,455, with the Audi Q5 priced between $48,108 and $59,303.
Subaru Crosstrek versus Audi Q5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Crosstrek is 8.1 out of 10 while the Audi Q5's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Crosstrek being ranked 2 out of 18 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Audi Q5 being ranked 3 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Subaru Crosstrekâs base engine makes 152 horsepower, and the Audi Q5 base engine makes 201 horsepower. The Crosstrek is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. The Crosstrek uses regular unleaded, and the Q5 uses premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Subaru Crosstrek has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Audi Q5.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Subaru Crosstrek and the Audi Q5 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:
$26,435 - $34,455
Used Asking Price:
$22,994 - $31,213
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
30.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$48,108 - $59,303
Used Asking Price:
$29,997 - $42,988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.8%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
7 out of / 18Ranking
11 out of / 61Ranking
11 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 61Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
39 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
12 out of / 67Summary Review
Not yet available
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, Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
Base, Premium, Special Edition, Limited, Sport
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
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
152 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
365 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
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
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
20.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.7 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3117 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
176.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
