2024 Acura ZDX vs. 2025 Audi Q5 Review

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2024 Acura
ZDX

MSRP*: $64,500 to $74,500
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2025 Audi
Q5

MSRP*: $45,400 to $58,500
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MPG - City Info not available 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 62.0 - 63.0 ft3 54.1 ft3
Engine
  • 358-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 490-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 499-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 362-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 358 - 499 hp 201 - 362 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 2,000 - 4,400 lbs
Exterior Length 197.7 in 184.3 in
Exterior Width 77.0 in 74.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 37.8 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 38.1 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Acura ZDX offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Audi Q5, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Acura ZDX and the Audi Q5.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Acura ZDX will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Audi Q5, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Acura ZDX is much wider than the Audi Q5, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Acura ZDX, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Audi Q5.

Handling
The Acura ZDX has a larger turning radius than the Audi Q5, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Audi Q5 is clearly the choice over the Acura ZDX for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Acura ZDX greatly out-muscles the Audi Q5.

Powertrain
The Acura ZDX has much lower torque than the Audi Q5, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura ZDX and the Audi Q5. The Acura ZDX has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Audi Q5.