2019 BMW X5 vs 2020 Audi Q7
Overview | |
MSRP$60,700 | MSRP$54,800 |
Average price$35,256 | Average price$35,620 |
Listings519 | Listings147 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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2019 BMW X5 Reviews SummaryThe BMW X5 redefined SUVs 20 years ago, leaning into the idea that you could have truck form and car function all in one package. In fact, BMW branded the original X5 as an SAV—a Sport Activity Vehicle—to help emphasize the fact that it drove as well as the company's famous sport sedans. And while that claim was a bit of an overreach, the original X5 did outperform its SUV competitors on the road. Now in its fourth generation, BMW’s midsize crossover continues to deliver on that two-decade-old promise: The X5 delivers car-like handling in an SUV form. And while the 2019 X5 stretches 1 inch longer, 3 inches wider, and 1 inch taller than last year's model, you’d have to look closely to notice the differences. Most obvious is a new and bigger kidney grille with active shutters. It has already received flak for being “comically large,” though in my opinion, it seems proportional to the rest of the vehicle—enough to make me wonder if the grilles on previous iterations of the X5 were too small. Inside, you’ll find a redesigned interior with an updated version of the iDrive system, and a suite of Level 2 autonomous technology that unfortunately leaves a lot to be desired. But that shouldn’t dissuade you from BMW’s revolutionary recreational vehicle, because there’s still a lot to love. | |
2020 Audi Q7 Reviews SummaryFrom its styling and interior to its powertrain and technology, the 2020 Audi Q7 gets a thorough update that brings it in line with other high-end cars and SUVs wearing four chrome rings on their grilles. Simultaneously, the changes for the 2020 model year keep this Audi competitive against the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class, its primary rivals in the midsize luxury SUV class. We packed a Q7 Prestige full of family and luggage and set off for Lake Tahoe to assess this Audi’s improvements on the open road. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower248 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway23 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine Name2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower248 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway23 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.9 cu ft | Cargo Space14.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4813 lbs | Curb Weight4784 lbs |
Height69.0 in | Height68.5 in |
Length194.3 in | Length199.6 in |
Width87.3 in | Width87.1 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload849 lbs | Maximum Payload1367 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity4400 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity6603 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $60,700 | $54,800 |
Average price | $35,256 | $35,620 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The BMW X5 redefined SUVs 20 years ago, leaning into the idea that you could have truck form and car function all in one package. In fact, BMW branded the original X5 as an SAV—a Sport Activity Vehicle—to help emphasize the fact that it drove as well as the company's famous sport sedans. And while that claim was a bit of an overreach, the original X5 did outperform its SUV competitors on the road. Now in its fourth generation, BMW’s midsize crossover continues to deliver on that two-decade-old promise: The X5 delivers car-like handling in an SUV form. And while the 2019 X5 stretches 1 inch longer, 3 inches wider, and 1 inch taller than last year's model, you’d have to look closely to notice the differences. Most obvious is a new and bigger kidney grille with active shutters. It has already received flak for being “comically large,” though in my opinion, it seems proportional to the rest of the vehicle—enough to make me wonder if the grilles on previous iterations of the X5 were too small. Inside, you’ll find a redesigned interior with an updated version of the iDrive system, and a suite of Level 2 autonomous technology that unfortunately leaves a lot to be desired. But that shouldn’t dissuade you from BMW’s revolutionary recreational vehicle, because there’s still a lot to love. | From its styling and interior to its powertrain and technology, the 2020 Audi Q7 gets a thorough update that brings it in line with other high-end cars and SUVs wearing four chrome rings on their grilles. Simultaneously, the changes for the 2020 model year keep this Audi competitive against the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class, its primary rivals in the midsize luxury SUV class. We packed a Q7 Prestige full of family and luggage and set off for Lake Tahoe to assess this Audi’s improvements on the open road. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm | 248 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 23 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Torque | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm | 248 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 23 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.9 cu ft | 14.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4813 lbs | 4784 lbs |
Height | 69.0 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 194.3 in | 199.6 in |
Width | 87.3 in | 87.1 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 849 lbs | 1367 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7209 lbs | 4400 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 6603 lbs | |
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