The BMW X3 and the Audi Q5 set the bar for what it means to be a compact luxury SUV. They're stylish, efficient, and comfortable. Whether you're taking a business trip, tackling your commute, or going on vacation, they're ready for whatever Knoxville, Loudon, and Lenoir City, TN, have in store.

Our team at Grayson BMW is here to help you decide which SUV is the right fit for you. That's why we've created this BMW X3 vs. Audi Q5 comparison. Let's see who brings home the victory!

Who Has the More Versatile Interior?

Both the BMW X3 and the Audi Q5 have seating for up to five, and amenities like leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, and an available panoramic moonroof. If you're looking for the SUV with more room, however, you'll want to go with the X5. It boasts 41.1 inches of front headroom, while the Q5 tops out at just 39.6 inches.

You'll be able to stay connected with either model, thanks to their intuitive infotainment systems, but you'll find the system in the X3 more user-friendly, thanks to the standard iDrive 6.0 system. It can be operated by voice, touchscreen, and iDrive touchpad Controller. The SUVs both offer the following connective features:

  • Bluetooth®
  • Apple CarPlay™
  • SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
  • Navigation system

When you're packing up for a weekend away from home or a business trip, you need an SUV with plenty of storage space. That's what you'll get with the BMW X3. It offers up to 62.7 cubic feet of cargo space when the rear seats are lowered. The Audi Q5 falls short, with just 53.5 cubic feet.

How do the X3 and the Q5 Match Up on Safety?

The BMW X3 and the Audi Q5 are two luxury SUVs that are closely matched in the safety game. They come with a wide array of confidence-inspiring driver-assistance features. They share the following technology:

  • Frontal Collision Warning
  • Active Blind Spot Detection
  • Lane Departure Warning

Both vehicles also come with systems that can automatically prepare the vehicles for any collisions. When an imminent impact is detected, these standard systems can tighten the seat belts, begin to close the windows, and activate post-crash braking.

Which SUV will come more in handy in those tight parking lots? That would be the BMW X3. It can be equipped with the available Parking Assistant Plus, which searches for open spots at low speeds. Once you confirm, it will steer right into the space. The Q5 doesn't offer a similar feature.

BMW X3 vs Audi Q5: Who Wins in Efficiency?

Whether you're trying to get to work on time or looking to skip the gas station on your next night out, the BMW X3 is the superior choice when it comes to efficiency. It boasts an EPA-estimated 25 city/29 highway MPG. That beats out the EPA-estimated 23 city/28 highway MPG of the Audi Q5.

If you want to maximize the efficiency of either SUV, they come standard with selectable drive modes. Shift into your preferred mode to get more fuel economy, a sportier drive, or even more comfort.

Both SUVs can be transformed into a hybrid vehicle for even more fuel efficiency. Both the BMW X3 xDrive30e and the Audi Q5 55 TFSI® e Plug-in hybrid let you choose between using all-electric power, all gas, or a combination of both.

BMW X3 vs Audi Q5: Meet the Victorious SUV!

The competition is always a close one when putting a BMW up against an Audi, but the BMW X3 came out on top in this one. If your drives through Knoxville, Loudon, and Lenoir City, Tennessee, call for an SUV that's more efficient and has some extra room on the inside, the X3 is for you.

Schedule a test drive here at Grayson BMW to meet it in person!

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