Knoxville, Loudon, and Lenoir City, TN, are full of fun and adventure. Whether you're flying solo or hitting the road with family and friends, you'll need a comfortable and in-control luxury SUV to elevate your ride. That's where the BMW X5 and the Audi Q7 can help.

You'll just need to figure out which SUV is the right fit for you. That's why our team at Grayson BMW has created this BMW X5 vs. Audi Q7 comparison. Let's find the superior luxury SUV!

BMW X5 vs Audi Q7: How Do They Perform?

In the power department, there's a clear winner in this showdown of luxury SUVs. The BMW X5 comes standard with a 3.0L TwinPower Turbo engine that kicks out 335 horsepower. The standard 2.0L 45 TFSI® engine of the Audi Q7 just can't compare. It's only capable of generating 248 horsepower.

Both SUVs are more closely matched when it comes to efficiency, but the X5 still brings home the victory. Its base configuration achieves an EPA-estimated 21 city/26 highway MPG.1 The Audi Q7, on the other hand, only offers an EPA-estimated 19 city/23 highway MPG.

Whether you're hitting slick roads during a storm or taking the fun onto an off-road path, both SUVs offer capable all-wheel drive systems. These full-time systems constantly provide the most power to the wheels with the most grip so you can enjoy sure-footed traction.

Interior Comfort and Convenience

You can bring your whole crew along for the ride in the BMW X5 and the Audi Q7. They both offer seating for up to seven passengers. As everyone settles into the available leather-trimmed seats, they can dial into their ideal comfort level with the 4-zone automatic climate control, available with both SUVs.

Connectivity is key when you're on the road. Whether you're listening to that hot new track from your favorite artist or just calling into the office, it's important to stay in touch with the world around you. That's why both SUVs offer the following features:

  • Apple CarPlay™
  • Android Auto™
  • Bluetooth®
  • SiriusXM® Satellite Radio

When you head to the mall to do some shopping or start packing up for a road trip, you'll need an SUV with plenty of cargo space. Lower the rear seats in the BMW X5 and you'll have 72.3 cubic feet of storage to work with. The Audi Q7 tops off at 70 cubic feet with its rear seats lowered.

X5 vs Q7: Meet the Safer Luxury SUV

Luxury vehicles like the BMW X5 and the Audi Q7 are built to inspire confidence. That's why these two models are so closely matched in the safety department. They both come with a wide array of driver-assistive features, like blind spot detection so you can change lanes with ease.

They also come with a system that prepares the vehicle for impact when it detects an imminent collision. These systems will automatically tighten the seat belts, close the windows, and activate post-crash braking when an impending impact is detected.

You'll even have more parking prowess with these SUVs. They give you an overhead view of your vehicle so you can maneuver into tight spots. Only the BMW X5, however, can park itself. Once you pull up to an open spot, the available Parking Assistant Plus will steer you right in.

BMW X5 vs Audi Q7: We Have a Winner!

In this battle of the luxury SUVs, it's the BMW X5 that's victorious. Its superior interior space, efficiency, and power drove it across the finish line first. If it sounds like the SUV you need to take on the streets of Knoxville, Loudon, and Lenoir City, Tennessee, come see it for yourself here at Grayson BMW.

Schedule a test drive today!

 

 

 

1 Preliminary EPA-estimated figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on speed, driving habits, trip length and driving conditions; actual mileage may be lower.

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