BMW X3 vs Audi Q5 Performance

Performance is something every driver cares about. When you put your foot down on the gas pedal, you want to feel invigorated.

The entry-level BMW X3 comes standard with a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that makes up to 248 horsepower. This engine is mated to an 8-speed STEPTRONIC Automatic transmission that delivers smooth shifts and efficient performance on city streets and highways alike. Use the available shift modes and wheel-mounted paddle shifters to further customize your drive. The Audi Q5 matches the X3 in terms of horsepower with its engine also making 248 horsepower.

However, it just can't quite catch the X3 when it comes to fuel economy. The 2020 BMW X3 gets an EPA-estimated 25 city/29 highway MPG, efficient performance from this capable SUV. The Audi Q5, meanwhile, only delivers 22 city/27 highway MPG, meaning more trips to the pump to refuel.

X3 vs Audi Q5 Interior Space

These SUVs are considered luxury models thanks to their amenities and high-quality materials. The functional interior is designed around the needs of the driver, providing you with relief from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Of course, that functionality is important, too, whether you're positioning the groceries or packing up for a vacation. In that respect, you'll be all set in the X3 and the Q5. They both offer a power tailgate and split rear seats, allowing you to get creative with the interior setup.

If you're truly looking to maximize cargo space, however, you'll want to get behind the wheel of the BMW X3. It offers almost 63 cubic feet of cargo space, while the Audi Q5 only offers a little over 53 cubic feet. That's a major difference, and it's one drivers should take note of.

BMW X3 vs Q5 Technology

Where are you headed? You might have your destination in mind, one you've been to a thousand times. Or you may be playing it by ear and seeing where the day takes you. Either way, you'll be prepared in the BMW X3 and the Audi Q5. That's thanks to standard Apple CarPlay® compatibility that allows you to link up a smartphone to the touchscreen found in in the center stack area.

This provides simple access to playlists, text messages, and navigation functionality. If you know where you're going, put the address into your favorite way-finding app and get there on time, every time.

If there's something the BMW X3 can offer the Audi Q5 cannot, it's the BMW Live Cockpit Professional setup. The 10.25-inch central display screen offers connectivity and control. The largest Q5 screen checks in at just a little over eight inches.

2020 BMW X3 vs Audi Q5: Schedule Your Test Drive Today!

Now that you've compared the 2020 BMW X3 vs. Audi Q5, you've likely seen what the team at Momentum BMW has seen: The X3 is the better fit for your Houston, Sugar Land, and Missouri City drives.

Schedule your test drive with our team today!