2024 Audi SQ5 vs. 2024 BMW X5 PHEV Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi SQ5

2024 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $57,700
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Picture of the 2024 BMW X5 PHEV

2024 BMW
X5 PHEV

MSRP*: $72,500
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MPG - City 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 71.2 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 483-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 483 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 5,952 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 194.3 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 78.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 40.7 in
Rear 38.7 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 Audi SQ5 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the BMW X5 PHEV, with comparable head- and legroom. The BMW X5 PHEV offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Audi SQ5, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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 SQ5 is a better financial choice over the BMW X5 PHEV, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi SQ5 is much slimmer than the BMW X5 PHEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi SQ5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the BMW X5 PHEV.

Handling
The Audi SQ5 has a smaller turning radius than the BMW X5 PHEV, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the BMW X5 PHEV is clearly the choice over the Audi SQ5 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Audi SQ5 has a lot less horsepower than the BMW X5 PHEV.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Audi SQ5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the BMW X5 PHEV.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi SQ5 and the BMW X5 PHEV. The Audi SQ5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the BMW X5 PHEV.