2024 Audi Q5 vs. 2024 Lincoln Navigator L Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q5

2024 Audi
Q5

MSRP*: $45,300 to $58,500
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Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Navigator L

2024 Lincoln
Navigator L

MSRP*: $86,260 to $114,095
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 16 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 8 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 120.2 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)
  • 362-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 362 hp 440 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 4,400 lbs 6,600 - 8,100 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 221.9 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 43.9 in
Rear 42.6 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 39.5 in
Rear 37.9 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 Lincoln Navigator L than in the Audi Q5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Lincoln Navigator L 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
The Lincoln Navigator L requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Audi Q5, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Clearly, the Audi Q5 is a better financial choice over the Lincoln Navigator L, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q5 is much slimmer than the Lincoln Navigator L, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi Q5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Lincoln Navigator L.

Handling
The Audi Q5 has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Lincoln Navigator L, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lincoln Navigator L is clearly the choice over the Audi Q5 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q5 has a lot less horsepower than the Lincoln Navigator L.

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

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Audi Q5 seats a lot fewer people than the Lincoln Navigator L. The Audi Q5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Lincoln Navigator L.