2021 Audi Q5 vs. 2021 BMW X3
The 2021 Audi Q5 is given a high safety score by those who have tried it. This is more than enough for car buyers in Eastchester New York to purchase the ride. Add to that, it also has a reliable and easy-to-use infotainment system, with a robust engine lineup.
As for the 2021 BMW X3, it also promises brawny engine options. It also has an easy-to-use infotainment system and a roomy seating arrangement inside.
Design & Style
The 2021 Audi Q5 is one delightful ride with a great looking interior. Seating up to five people, there is plenty of room on both rows. It is gifted with ventilated front seats, and leather upholstery. There is an option to upgrade to heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, and sport front seats. There is an abundance of high-end materials inside, including wooden inlays, and soft-touch leather surfaces.
When it comes to the BMW X3, there are two rows that seat five as well. There is plenty of legroom and headroom up front, thus making the driver and his co-pilot comfortable at all times. The back seat is roomy enough to accommodate three kids. Seating configuration will drop to four if two adults are seating at the back. It is frustrating too that its standard offering is synthetic leather upholstery considering its price point. It is less opulent when compared to the Q5.
Technology & Safety
The 2021 Audi Q5 carries the MMI infotainment system. This comes with a responsive 10.1-inch touch screen display. There are also physical controls which can be used to access audio and climate control settings. Other standard features include 10 speakers, Wi-Fi hot spot, wireless device charging, two USB ports. HD radio, and Bluetooth. It also has proximity keyless entry, and a panoramic sunroof. It integrates Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well. The ride is gifted with a lot of driver aids too. One is the Audi Pre Sense City that detects imminent collision, and integrates automatic emergency braking, and low-speed forward collision warning. Other driver aids like lane departure warning, rear cross traffic alert, and blind spot monitoring are found in the Audi Side Assist. It offers a rearview camera, and front and rear parking sensors in this ride.
The X3, on the other hand, uses a 10.2-inch touch screen that displays vivid graphics and easily responds to user inputs. It is frustrating that it only has Apple CarPlay as part of its standard equipment. Other features are two USB ports, Bluetooth, 12 speakers, and HD radio. It falls short in terms of safety equipment too since it only has a rearview camera, automatic emergency braking, front and rear parking sensors, blind spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and rear cross traffic alert.
Performance
With a total of three powertrains, the Q5 starts with the base turbocharged four-cylinder engine that puts out 261 horsepower. The plug-in hybrid version that adds an electric motor generates up to 362 horsepower. Lastly, there is a twin-turbo V6 that can reach up to 349 horsepower.
The X3, meanwhile comes with a standard turbo-four that can only reach up to 248 horsepower in terms of results. Its plug-in hybrid only reaches up to 288 horsepower. These results are way lower when compared to that of the Q5.
The Bottom Line
The 2021 Audi Q5 is more than just a sporty and modern car. It is equipped with the right features that make it stand out. Its powerful engines add to the delight of users as well.
Ready to Schedule an Audi Q5 Test Drive Today?
If you are interested in experiencing the luxury package that the 2021 Audi Q5 offers, you can test drive this stellar car with us at Classic Audi. We are located in Eastchester New York and proudly serves car buyers in the Tri-State area. Drop by our showroom today or simply call us in advance to book an Audi Q5 test drive appointment.