Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| Audi Q5 | Volkswagen Touareg | |
|---|---|---|
| Model years (differs) | 2020-now | 2018-now |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 64,950 | € 79,990 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Fuel | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Reliability (differs) | 73/100 | 70/100 |
| Efficiency (differs) | 58/100 | 55/100 |
| Practicality (differs) | 76/100 | 84/100 |
| Value retention (differs) | 66/100 | n/a |
| Sustainability (environmental impact) | 48/100 | 48/100 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power (hp) (differs) | 204 | 340 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 7.3 | 6.1 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | 223 | 250 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4682 | 4902 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1893 | 1984 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1662 | 1712 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 1830 | 2035 |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) (differs) | 7.8 | 9.5 |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 2400 | 3500 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 520 | 810 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · FY facelift (40 TFSI mild hybrid)
Mid-size premium SUV on the MLB-evo platform, shared with the Audi A4 and A5. The 40 TFSI is a 2.0 four-cylinder petrol with 48V mild hybrid and quattro all-wheel drive, 204 hp via S tronic. WLTP around 7.8 l/100km (manufacturer figure, indicative); owners report 8.5-9.5 l/100km mixed (public forums, not measured by us). Braked towing weight 2,400 kg.
Profile · III (facelift 2024)
Large SUV on the MLB-evo platform, shared with the Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne. The 2024 facelift renewed the front, the HD matrix headlights and the interior. Entry is the 3.0 V6 TSI eHybrid (mild) or the V6 TDI, with all-wheel drive (4Motion) standard. Braked towing weight 3,500 kg, ample for a caravan or horse trailer (manufacturer figure, indicative).
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