2020 BMW X3

2020 BMW X3

VS
2020 Audi Q5

2020 Audi Q5

2020 BMW X3

vs.

2020 Audi Q5

$41,950 MSRP

Starting Price

$43,300 MSRP
28.7 cubic feet

Cargo Space

25.1 cubic feet
62.7 cubic feet

Max Cargo Space

53.1 cubic feet
25 / 29 mpg

Fuel Economy (city/hwy)

22 / 28 mpg

2020 BMW X3 vs. 2020 Audi Q5

When it comes to the titans of the luxury SUV segment, Audi vs. BMW are always battling it out for first place. So if you’re trying to decide between the popular 2020 Audi Q5 vs. BMW X3, which should you choose? While the Audi Q5 has tons of great qualities, we think that the BMW X3 is the ultimate choice. But don’t take our word for it, check out the evidence below.


Audi vs. BMW: Price

Both models include tons of impressive performance and luxury features, but you won’t pay the same price for those specs. When you compare the Audi Q5 vs. BMW X3, the BMW X3 has a lower starting price than the Audi:

  • Audi Q5: $43,300 MSRP
  • BMW X3: $41,950 MSRP
2020 BMW X3 Technology

Audi vs. BMW: Interior Dimensions

When you choose an SUV for the Pekin area, you want to take advantage of all that space. Between the two, the new BMW X3 lineup has much more room to utilize. Whether you have a full cabin of passengers or you fold all seats flat, the X3 still has the edge:

2020 Audi Q5

  • Cargo Volume with Seats Up: 25.1 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume with Seats Down: 53.1 cubic feet

2020 BMW X3

  • Cargo Volume with Seats Up: 28.7 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume with Seats Down: 62.7 cubic feet

Audi vs. BMW: Performance

When you compare BMW models and Audi models, you’ll find top-of-the-line engineering in both. In fact, the Audi Q5 and BMW X3 both have a 2.0L I-4 turbo engine under the hood. But, the X3 has the clear advantage when it comes to fuel economy — which makes it the smarter buy for Dunlap and Galesburg drivers:

2020 Audi Q5

  • Specs: 248 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque
  • Towing Max: 4,400 pounds
  • Fuel Economy: 22 city / 28 hwy mpg

2020 BMW X3

  • Horsepower: 248 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque
  • Towing Max: 4,400 pounds
  • Fuel Economy: 25 city / 29 hwy mpg

Find Out More with BMW of Peoria

We think it’s clear that the BMW SUV models are among the best in the segment, and the BMW X3 is a prime example. Whether you’d like to get more information about the X3 configurations or you’re looking for something larger like the BMW X5, feel free to contact us at BMW of Peoria with your questions. You don’t even need to make the trip to Peoria to take advantage of our expertise! Feel free to reach out via phone, email, or online chat for anything you need. While you’re here, be sure to check out our BMW X3 towing guide as well.

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