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Audi Q5 Sportback vs Ford Bronco

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

Vehicles

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2026 Audi Q5 Sportback

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2026 Ford Bronco

Overview

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumFord BroncoBronco SUV
Selected trimPremiumBronco SUV
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission7-speed automated manual7-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumFord BroncoBronco SUV
MSRP$55,100$40,495 (best)
Lowest listing price$31,097$27,000 (best)
Median listing price$60,423$50,354 (best)
Highest listing price$70,118 (best)$92,500
For sale now11397 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumFord BroncoBronco SUV
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)19 MPG
City MPG22 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG30 MPG (best)21 MPG
Fuel tank17.2 gal20.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumFord BroncoBronco SUV
Horsepower268 hp300 hp (best)
Torque295 lb-ft325 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.3 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumFord BroncoBronco SUV
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume53.1 cu ft77.6 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity4,400 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Payload1,036 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,277 lbs (best)4,957 lbs
Ground clearance8.4 in (best)
Wheelbase110.9 in116.1 in (best)
Length185.7 in189.4 in (best)
Width74.8 in75.9 in (best)
Height65.5 in73 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumFord BroncoBronco SUV
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 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)7

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 SportbackFord Bronco
1

Premium

$55,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Bronco SUV

$40,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$57,800 MSRP

Bronco SUV

$40,495 MSRP

3

Prestige

$62,800 MSRP

Big Bend

$40,995 MSRP

4

Outer Banks

$48,090 MSRP

5

Badlands

$48,890 MSRP

6

Badlands

$48,890 MSRP

7

Heritage Edition

$51,625 MSRP

8

Stroppe Edition

$69,995 MSRP

9

Raptor

$79,995 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi Q5 Sportback11 for sale

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Audi Q5 Sportback vs Ford Bronco FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Ford Bronco?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2026 Ford Bronco 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 Ford Bronco?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Ford Bronco starts lower at $40,495. Live Audi Q5 Sportback listings start at $31,097. Live Ford Bronco listings start at $27,000.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Ford Bronco?
The 2026 Ford Bronco leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (40,495).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Ford Bronco?
The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Ford Bronco?
The 2026 Ford Bronco leads on horsepower in this comparison (330).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Ford Bronco?
The 2026 Ford Bronco leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2026 Ford Bronco?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 Sportback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Ford Bronco (5/5 NHTSA overall).