2021 Audi Q5 vs. 2021 Lexus NX

The 2021 Audi Q5 gets all the deserving praises from car buyers in Eastchester. Thanks to its cozy and well-constructed interior, plus its sporty exterior, it definitely made a mark among luxury SUVs out there. This also garnered an excellent rating for safety.

For the 2021 Lexus NX, this also offers a comfortable seating arrangement in the cabin. You will love the quiet and smooth ride too. It now comes fitted with blind spot monitoring.

Design & Style

With 25.8 cubic feet of trunk space once the back seats are in use, the 2021 Audi Q5 expands that area to 54 cubic feet when these seats are folded. The ride is also generally luxurious in terms of design and style. The front seats are gifted with comfortable bolstering as well as heated configurations and power adjustments. Leather upholstery is also standard, and so as other high-end materials like wooden inlays for the cabin.

Also offering two rows of seats that can accommodate five passengers, the NX has supple front seats with plenty of legroom and headroom for passengers of all sizes, shapes and ages. While the rear seats are well-cushioned, it lacks the room that the Q5 offers to its occupants. There are also thick roof pillars that compromise outward visibility.

Technology & Safety

The 2021 Audi Q5 has the MMI infotainment system with a 10.1-inch touch screen. This one is praised for its responsiveness and for displaying crisp graphics. It integrates Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and includes other features like wireless device charging, Wi-Fi hot spot, 10 speakers, HD radio, Bluetooth, and two USB ports. Safety features include Audi Side Assist for blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and rear cross traffic alert, and Audi Pre Sense City for automatic emergency braking, and forward collision. It is likewise equipped with front and rear parking sensors, as well as a rearview camera.

The NX, on the other hand, is equipped with a standard eight-inch display for its Remote Touch infotainment system. The display and its functions are controlled using a touchpad. This one is quite distracting to use. It is endowed with eight speakers, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa, a USB port, Bluetooth, and a Wi-Fi hot spot. Among the list of standard safety features that it offers are rearview camera, traffic sign recognition, rear cross traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and blind spot monitoring.

Performance

The 2021 Audi Q5 has a base engine that sparks up to 261 horsepower. Its plug-in hybrid version, meanwhile, gives off 362 horsepower.

As for the NX, the base engine only generates up to 235 horsepower. Its V6, on the other hand, only reaches up to 349 horsepower.

The Bottom Line

The 2021 Audi Q5 has the makings of a great SUV. It is better in all aspects when compared to that of the 2021 Lexus NX.

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.