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Audi Q5 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5

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

Vehicles

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2026 Audi Q5

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2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5

Overview

SpecAudi Q5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range
Selected trimPremiumSE Standard Range
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)electric
Transmission7-speed automated manual1-speed direct drive
Engine typegaselectric
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range
MSRP$52,800$35,250 (best)
Lowest listing price$11,093 (best)$20,945
Median listing price$42,663$39,498 (best)
Highest listing price$68,618$51,828 (best)
For sale now102 (best)23

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range
Combined MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17.2 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi Q5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range
Horsepower268 hp (best)168 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)
CylindersI4

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume56.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity4,400 lbs (best)
Payload1,036 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,211 lbs4,145 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6 in (best)
Wheelbase110.9 in118 in (best)
Length185.7 in (best)183 in
Width74.8 in (best)74 in
Height65.7 in (best)63 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q5PremiumHyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimAudi Q5Hyundai Ioniq 5
1

Premium

$52,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE Standard Range

$35,250 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$55,700 MSRP

SE RWD

$37,750 MSRP

3

Prestige

$60,700 MSRP

SEL RWD

$40,200 MSRP

4

SE AWD

$41,250 MSRP

5

SEL

$43,700 MSRP

6

Limited

$45,225 MSRP

7

XRT

$46,525 MSRP

8

XRT

$46,975 MSRP

9

Limited AWD

$49,125 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi Q5 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 vs 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 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 or 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 starts lower at $35,250. Live Audi Q5 listings start at $11,093. Live Hyundai Ioniq 5 listings start at $20,945.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
The 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (35,250).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
The 2026 Audi Q5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
The 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (320).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
The 2026 Audi Q5 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,400).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q5 vs 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).