Audi Q5 Sportback vs Lincoln Nautilus
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lincoln Nautilus
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Premiere |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55,100 | $53,490 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $31,097 | $15,962 (best) |
| Median listing price | $60,423 (best) | $61,500 |
| Highest listing price | $70,118 (best) | $84,803 |
| For sale now | 11 | 96 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 20 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp (best) | 250 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 53.1 cu ft | 71.3 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 4,400 lbs (best) | 1,750 lbs |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,277 lbs (best) | 4,349 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 110.9 in | 114.2 in (best) |
| Length | 185.7 in | 193.2 in (best) |
| Width | 74.8 in | 76.9 in (best) |
| Height | 65.5 in | 68.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Audi Q5 Sportback | Lincoln Nautilus |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $55,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premiere $53,490 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $57,800 MSRP | Reserve $63,180 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $62,800 MSRP | Black Label $77,130 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Audi Q5 Sportback vs Lincoln Nautilus FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2026 Lincoln Nautilus 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 Lincoln Nautilus?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Lincoln Nautilus starts lower at $53,490. Live Audi Q5 Sportback listings start at $31,097. Live Lincoln Nautilus listings start at $15,962.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- The 2026 Lincoln Nautilus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (53,490).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- 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 Lincoln Nautilus?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 Sportback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Lincoln Nautilus (5/5 NHTSA overall).