Bmw X3 vs Audi Q5

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BMW X3

Bmw X3

xDrive20d M Sport Diesel

75.50 lakh

Audi Q5

Audi Q5

2.0 Petrol 45 TFSI Technology

70.73 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1995 cc
1984 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Petrol

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
DCT

Number of Gears

8
7

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

197hp at 4000 rpm
249hp at 5000-6000rpm

Max Engine Torque

400Nm at 1500-2750 rpm
370Nm at 1600-4300rpm

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Fuel & Performance

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
–

Auto Start/Stop

Official Fuel Economy

17.86 kmpl
13.47 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

60 litres
70 litres

0-100kph

7.7 s
–

Fuel Supply System

–
Direct Injection

Drive Mode Types

–
N/A

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, Multi-link

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Independent, Multi-link
Independent, Multi-link

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

N/A

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Powered
Manual/Powered

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

Turning Radius

6.1 m
–

Front Brakes

Discs
Discs

Rear Brakes

Discs
Discs

Wheel Size

19 inches
19 inches

Front Tyre Size

245/50 R19
235/55 R19

Rear Tyre Size

245/50 R19
235/55 R19

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
N/A

Dimensions

Length

4755 mm
4682 mm

Width

1920 mm
1893 mm

Height

1660 mm
1662 mm

Wheelbase

2865 mm
2819 mm

Ground Clearance

216 mm
–

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

–
1890 kg

Boot Capacity

–
520 litres

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Digital Instrument Cluster

Part Digital / Part Analogue
Fully Digital

Interior Lamps

Vanity Mirror

12 Volt Port

Bluetooth Connectivity

Door Pockets

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
All

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Powered Tailgate

Electric Tailgate Release

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Cabin Boot Access

Cup Holders

Cooled Storage

Rear Reading Lamp

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
All

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

3-zone
3-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Glove Box

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Safety

Airbags

8
8

Passenger Airbag

Seat Belt Warning

Overspeed Warning

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Curtain Airbag

Dashcam

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Lane Departure Avoidance

Side Airbag

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Door Ajar Warning

Driver Airbag

Front Collision Avoidance

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
Auto

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Front & Rear
360 Degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Heads Up Display

–

High Beam Assist

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Wheel Arch Cladding

Projector Headlamps

Antenna

Shark Fin

ORVM turn indicators

LED DRLs

LED headlamps

LED taillights

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Puddle Lamps

–

LED fog lamps

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Scuff Plates

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Rub Strips

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Roof Rails

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leather

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual
Manual/No

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Entertainment

Audio System

CD Player

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

14.9-inch Touchscreen
10.1-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

On-board
On-board

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Branded Music System

–
Bang & Olufsen

Questions you may find useful

•3w

I am planning to buy my first luxury car. Right now, I’m getting good offers on Audi A6 and Q5 that are much cheaper than X3 and GLC. Will it make more sense to buy a 3 series in BMW or should I go for an Audi A6/Q5? I don’t want to spend more than 65 lakh.

•15w

I am confused about buying an SUV. I have checked the GLC, but it does not give me a proper SUV feel. The Q5 is due for an upgrade, while the X3 petrol feels underpowered, and the rear seat is not very comfortable. I currently drive a C-Class and now want an SUV that is primarily suited for highway driving. What would you recommend?

•19w

I am planning to buy a premium SUV with a petrol engine and automatic transmission within a budget of ₹15-20 lakh. I am looking for a car that offers a premium feel, good comfort, and respectable fuel efficiency for daily use and occasional long drives. Could you please suggest the best options in this price range and advise which would be the most suitable choice?