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Audi Q5 vs BMW 3 Series

Should you buy Audi Q5 or BMW 3 Series? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Audi Q5 price starts at Rs 65.18 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium Plus (Petrol) and BMW 3 Series price starts Rs 72.90 Lakh ex-showroom for M340i xDrive (Petrol). Q5 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Q5 has a mileage of 13.47 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the 3 Series has a mileage of 13.02 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Q5 Vs 3 Series

Key HighlightsAudi Q5BMW 3 Series
On Road PriceRs.81,96,310*Rs.76,89,538*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)19842998
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Audi Q5 vs BMW 3 Series Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.81,96,310*
Rs.76,89,538*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.1,56,000/month
Rs.1,46,361/month
InsuranceRs.2,74,000
Q5 Insurance

Rs.1,30,323
3 Series Insurance

User Rating
4.1
Based on 82 Reviews
4.1
Based on 95 Reviews
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
2.0 L TFSI
EngineType
Displacement (cc)
1984
2998
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
6
6 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
245.59bhp@5000-6000rpm
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
370Nm@1600-4300bhp
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Turbo Charger
-
Twin
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
7-Speed AT
8-Speed Steptronic
Mild Hybrid
NoNo
Drive Type
AWD
4WD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrol
Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)13.47
13.02
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)70
59
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)237
253

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
5-link front axle; tubular anti-roll bar
M Sport Suspension
Rear Suspension
5-link rear axle; tubular anti-roll bar
M Sport Suspension
Front Brake Type
-
ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
-
Ventilated Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
237
253
0-100kmph (Seconds)
6.3
4.4
Tyre Size
235/55 R19
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
Tyre Type
-
Run flat Radial

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4682
4709
Width (mm)
1893
1827
Height (mm)
1653
1442
Wheel Base (mm)
2500
2651
Kerb Weight (kg)
1970
1745
Rear Headroom (mm)
998

-
Front Headroom (mm)
998

-
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
520
480
No. of Doors
5
4

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
-
Yes
Power Windows Front
-
Yes
Power Windows Rear
-
Yes
Power Boot
-
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
3 Zone
Remote Trunk Opener
YesYes
Low Fuel Warning Light
-
Yes
Accessory Power Outlet
-
Yes
Trunk Light
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamp
-
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
-
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
-
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
-
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
-
Yes
Cup Holders Front
-
Yes
Cup Holders Rear
-
Yes
Rear AC Vents
-
Yes
Seat Lumbar Support
-
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
-
Yes
Cruise Control
-
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation System
YesYes
Foldable Rear Seat
-
40:20:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button
-
Yes
Glove Box Cooling
-
Yes
Bottle Holder
-
Front Door
Voice Command
YesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
-
Yes
USB Charger
-
Front & Rear
Steering Mounted Tripmeter-
Yes
Central Console Armrest
-
Yes
Tailgate Ajar
-
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
NoNo
Rear Curtain
NoNo
Luggage Hook And NetNoNo
Memory Function Seats
Front
-
Drive Modes
6
4
Air Conditioner
-
Yes
Heater
-
Yes
Adjustable Steering
-
Yes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
-
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
-
Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
-
Yes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Fabric Upholstery
No-
Leather Steering Wheel-
Yes
Glove Compartment
-
Yes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature Display-
Yes
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control Eco-
Yes
Additional FeaturesContour ambient lighting with 30 colours, Decorative inlays in Audi exclusive piano black,Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus is an innovative, fully digital instrument cluster, The 31.24 cm display offers full HD quality, can choose the “dynamic” and “sport” display options,The display can be tailored to the driver’s requirements to show speed, engine speed, maps, radio and media information and plenty more
BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Electrical seat adjustment for driver and passenger with memory function for drive, Floor mats in Velour, Front armrest with storage compartment, Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function, Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet, Through loading system, Sport seats for driver and front passenger, Storage compartment package, Individual trim finisher in Carbon Fibre, Alcantara Sensatec combination Black, contrast stitching Blue

Exterior

Available Colors
Mythos Black Metallic
Floret Silver Metallic
Ibis White
Navarra Blue Metallic
Manhattan Gray
Q5 Colors
Tanzanite Blue Metallic
Dravit Grey Metallic
3 Series Colors
Body TypeSUV
All SUV Cars
Sedan
All Sedan Cars
Adjustable Headlights-
Yes
Fog Lights Front
YesYes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Washer
Yes-
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Rear Spoiler
YesYes
Sun Roof
YesYes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
-
Yes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
YesYes
Chrome Garnish
YesYes
Projector Headlamps
-
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
Yes-
Roof Rail
YesYes
LightingLED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps
Trunk OpenerRemote
-
Heated Wing Mirror
YesYes
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlights
-
Yes
LED Taillights
YesYes
LED Fog Lamps
-
Yes
Additional FeaturesSingleframe grille with vertical struts
Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in High Gloss Black, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in High Gloss Black, M Exterior mirror caps in High Gloss Black, Model designations and M badges, Tailpipe finishers in Black Chrome, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( Bi-level LED lights with low-beam and high-beam, ‘Inverted L'arranged daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, BMW Selective Beam, the dazzle-free high-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW ure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine ure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-On
Automatic Driving Lights
YesYes
Tyre Size
235/55 R19
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
Tyre Type
-
Run flat Radial

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags8
6
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearYesNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Advance Safety FeaturesCurtain Airbag, Parking assist
Cruise Control with Braking Function, Parking Assistant( Lateral Parking, Reversing Assistant, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Emergency Spare Wheel, Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls, Warning triangle with first-aid kit, Three-point seat belts for all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners in the front with belt force limiters
Rear Camera
With Guidedlines
-
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver and Passenger
-
Speed Alert
-
Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Knee Airbags
Driver
-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads Up Display
YesYes
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
Driver
-
Sos Emergency Assistance
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
Yes-
Hill Descent Control
No-
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock-
Yes
Curtain AirbagYes-
Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes-

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
-
Yes
Audio System Remote Control
-
Yes
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN Audio-
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
YesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
-
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Yes
Compass
-
Yes
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
10
14.9
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
No. of Speakers
19
16
Additional Features3D Premium Sound System, centre speaker and subwoofer, with a 16-channel amplifier the output of 755 watts
Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant
SubwooferNoNo
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