2023 Audi Q5 vs. 2023 GMC Acadia | NewCars.com

2023 Audi Q5 vs. 2023 GMC Acadia Review

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2023 Audi
Q5

MSRP*: $44,200 to $46,700
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2023 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $36,800 to $50,600
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 19 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 26 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 79.0 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 261 hp 228 - 310 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 184.3 in 193.4 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 75.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.7 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.6 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Acadia than in the Audi Q5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The GMC Acadia will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi Q5.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi Q5 as you will with the GMC Acadia, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Audi Q5 is somewhat more expensive than the GMC Acadia.

Dimensions
The Audi Q5 is a little narrower than the GMC Acadia, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Audi Q5 is slightly shorter than the GMC Acadia, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Audi Q5 has the same turning radius as the GMC Acadia, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi Q5 has a little less horsepower than the GMC Acadia.

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

Utility
The Audi Q5 has less seating than the GMC Acadia, making the GMC Acadia the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Audi Q5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the GMC Acadia.