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2026 Audi Q7 vs. 2026 BMW X5 Comparison

See how the 2026 Audi Q7 and 2026 BMW X5 performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

Q7 2026

Luxury SUVs 3-row

2026 Audi Q7

$62,000 - $68,100

All Test Results

X5 2026

Luxury midsized SUVs

2026 BMW X5

$68,300 - $131,000

All Test Results
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Refreshed for 2025, the Q7 is one of the most impressive three-row luxury SUVs available. With its optional turbocharged V6, it is quick, quiet, and effortless. Agile handling and a beautiful interior complete the package. A 2.0-liter turbo engine is...
 
Recent updates have given the X5 a 14.9-inch curved touchscreen with the new iDrive 8.5 infotainment system and a digital instrument display. Many of the physical climate controls have been replaced by touchscreen-based buttons. The standard 3.0-lite...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Powertrain
Green Checkmark Icon Quietness
Green Checkmark Icon Agility
Green Checkmark Icon Fit and finish
Green Checkmark Icon Front- and second-row seat comfort
 
Green Checkmark Icon Ride
Green Checkmark Icon Quietness
Green Checkmark Icon Acceleration
Green Checkmark Icon Transmission
Green Checkmark Icon Braking
Green Checkmark Icon Seat comfort
Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Learning curve for controls
Red 'X' Icon Tight third-row seat
 
Red 'X' Icon Controls require a learning curve
Road Test Score
Road Test Score
/ 100
 
/ 100
Reliability
Reliability
/ 100
 
/ 100
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
/ 100
 
/ 100

Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

4-door SUV

 

4-door SUV

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

Premium, SQ7, Prestige, Premium Plus

 

M Competition, xDrive40i, xDrive50e, M60i xDrive, sDrive40i

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$62,000 - $68,100

 

$68,300 - $131,000

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

AWD

 

AWD, RWD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear, 2 Third

 

2 Front, 3 Rear

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

4-liter V8 turbo (500 hp); 3-liter V6 turbo (335 hp); 2-liter 4 turbo (261 hp)

 

3-liter 6 plugin hybrid (483 hp); 3-liter 6 turbo (375 hp); 4.4-liter V8 turbo (523 hp); 4.4-liter V8 turbo (617 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

8-speed Automatic

 

8-speed Automatic

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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PERFORMANCE TESTING

6

miles of track for testing acceleration, ride, handling, braking, and advanced driver assist systems.

TIRE TESTING

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tires tested a year for all-weather grip and rolling resistance.