2021 Ford Bronco Sport vs 2021 Audi Q5

CarGurus experts rate both the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport and the 2021 Audi Q5 8 out of 10. The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport captures a modern retro feel with a rugged yet suburban focus. Its design cues pay homage to the classic Bronco, featuring a short front overhang, tall fender wells, and bold white lettering on the front grille. The interior boasts a tastefully rugged design with various trim options, from cloth seats to leather-trimmed, heated sport-contour bucket seats. The 2021 Audi Q5 is a sharp-looking crossover SUV with a classy, modern appearance. It features expressive LED headlights, a well-crafted interior, and exceptional fit and finish. The Q5 PHEV model offers additional enhancements, including standard 19-inch wheels or optional 20-inch wheels.

The Bronco Sport offers two engine choices: a 1.5-liter EcoBoost turbocharged three-cylinder and a 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder. Both engines come with all-wheel drive and a terrain management system with up to seven available G.O.A.T. modes for various terrains. The Q5 PHEV boasts a total combined output of 362 hp and 373 lb-ft of torque, thanks to its 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder gasoline engine and electric motor. It offers impressive acceleration and fuel economy figures, with the ability to drive for a limited range on available battery power only.

CarGurus experts rate the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport 7 out of 10 and the 2021 Audi Q5 8 out of 10. The Bronco Sport offers clever features for active buyers, including a cargo space designed to hold two mountain bikes, a roof rated to hold up to 150 pounds, and towing capacities of up to 2,200 pounds. The Q5 PHEV manages to carry its battery pack under the luggage compartment floor, providing 25.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row and up to 53.1 cubic feet behind the first row.

The Bronco Sport is equipped with the latest available versions of Ford's infotainment systems, including an 8-inch touchscreen with SYNC 3, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Ford+Alexa, and available FordConnect with 4G LTE WiFi hotspot. The Q5 PHEV features Audi’s latest MMI 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus 12.3-inch HD instrument cluster, and a Bang & Olufsen 3D audio system with 19 speakers.

CarGurus experts rate the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport 6 out of 10 and the 2021 Audi Q5 7 out of 10 for safety. Each trim level of the Bronco Sport comes standard with the Ford Co-Pilot360 suite of safety features, including pre-collision assist, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, and more. The Q5 PHEV offers various safety features, including Audi Pre Sense basic preventative occupant protection, low-speed collision assist, and available driver-assistance features such as adaptive cruise control and traffic-sign recognition.

The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport is available in five trim levels, with prices ranging from $26,660 to $38,160 when new. It competes with vehicles like the Jeep Compass, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, and Land Rover Discovery Sport. The 2021 Audi Q5 55 TFSI e quattro is available in three trim levels, with prices starting from $51,900 when new. It competes with models like the Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge and the Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring PHEV.