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Audi Q5 Sportback vs BMW X3

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Audi Q5 Sportback

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Overview

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumBMW X330 xDrive
Selected trimPremium30 xDrive
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission7-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumBMW X330 xDrive
MSRP$55,100$51,300 (best)
Lowest listing price—$55,522 (best)
Median listing price—$60,087 (best)
Highest listing price—$74,872 (best)
For sale now07 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumBMW X330 xDrive
Combined MPG24 MPG29 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17.2 gal17.2 gal

Performance

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumBMW X330 xDrive
Horsepower268 hp (best)255 hp
Torque295 lb-ft295 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumBMW X330 xDrive
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume53.1 cu ft67.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity4,400 lbs (best)—
Payload1,036 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,277 lbs4,176 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—8.5 in (best)
Wheelbase110.9 in112.8 in (best)
Length185.7 in187.2 in (best)
Width74.8 in75.6 in (best)
Height65.5 in (best)65.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumBMW X330 xDrive
NHTSA overallNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
RolloverNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi Q5 SportbackBMW X3
1

Premium

$55,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

30 xDrive

$51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$57,800 MSRP

M50 xDrive

$66,500 MSRP

3

Prestige

$62,800 MSRP

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Audi Q5 Sportback vs BMW X3 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 BMW X3?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2026 BMW X3 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 BMW X3?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW X3 starts lower at $51,300. Live BMW X3 listings start at $55,522.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 BMW X3?
The 2026 BMW X3 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (51,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 BMW X3?
The 2026 BMW X3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 BMW X3?
The 2026 BMW X3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (393).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 BMW X3?
The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,400).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2026 BMW X3?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 Sportback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); BMW X3 (4/5 NHTSA overall).