2024 Audi Q5 vs. 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Review

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2024 Audi
Q5

MSRP*: $45,300 to $58,500
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2024 Toyota
Grand Highlander

MSRP*: $43,070 to $53,545
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 97.5 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)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 362 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 4,400 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 201.4 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 - 40.2 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 Toyota Grand Highlander than in the Audi Q5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Grand Highlander will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than 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). Whether you pick the Audi Q5 or the Toyota Grand Highlander, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q5 is much slimmer than the Toyota Grand Highlander, 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 Toyota Grand Highlander.

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

Performance
With the Toyota Grand Highlander, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Audi Q5. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Audi Q5 and the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Audi Q5 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Audi Q5 seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Grand Highlander. The Audi Q5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Grand Highlander.