Needing to carry multiple passengers or pets around town is no reason at all to give up comfort and quality, which is why we love luxury SUVs like the Audi Q5 and Q7. Audi puts the 'sport' back in Sport Utility Vehicle, even while it provides an elegant and spacious interior for you to relax in.
How much room does your family need? The Audi Q5 is a two-row SUV while the Audi Q7 has three rows of seating and can carry up to seven passengers. There are also a few pertinent differences in performance and cabin features.
If you are deliberating between the Audi Q5 and Q7, our article discusses the key points distinguishing the two to help you make your decision easier. Further questions can be addressed to the experts at our Audi dealership in Hoffman Estates through the contact form.
2017 Audi Q5 vs. 2017 Audi Q7: Specs & Performance
Both the Audi Q5 and Audi Q7 use a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine on the base model, while the top trims use a supercharged 3.0L six-cylinder. Though quick off the line and driver-focused across the board, the performance you can expect from each model is different. The Q5 trends toward more efficiency, while the Q7 has more power.
While both Audi models are capable towing vehicles when properly equipped, if you need to take along something big, the Audi Q7 with the 3.0L engine is the way to go.
| Powertrain | Q5 2.0L TFSI® w/ quattro® AWD | Q5 3.0L TFSI® w/ quattro® AWD | Q7 2.0L TSFI® w/ quattro® AWD | Q7 3.0L TFSI® w/ quattro® AWD |
| Horsepower | 220 HP | 272 HP | 252 HP | 333 HP |
| Torque | 258 lb.-ft. | 295 lb.-ft. | 273 lb.-ft. | 325 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | 8-speed auto | 8-speed auto | 8-speed auto | 8-speed auto |
| City/Highway (MPG) | 20/27 | 18/26 | 20/25 | 19/25 |
| 0-60 MPH Acceleration | 7.0 sec. | 6.0 sec. | 7.1 sec. | 5.7 sec. |
| Tow Rating | 4,400 lbs. | 4,400 lbs. | 4,400 lbs. | 7,700 lbs. |
2017 Audi Q5 vs. 2017 Audi Q7: Interior Design, Seating & Cargo
With the Q5 classified as a compact and the Q7 as a midsized SUV, one expects a large difference in interior space. The Q5 actually has more headroom and a larger rear cargo area, which is taken up by the third row in the Q7. However, the first and second rows of the Q7 have more generous legroom, and drivers will enjoy more than 14 cu. ft. of cargo space more than in the Q5 when the seats are folded.
Standard features:
- Three-zone climate control
- Panoramic sunroof
- Ambient lighting
- 10-speaker audio system
- 8 beverage holders in the Q5, 10 in the Q7
- 8-way power adjustable leather front seats, with added heat function in the Q7
- Sliding 40/20/40 split-folding and reclining rear seats with pass-through in the Q5
- Split tumble-folding and reclining 35/30/35 second-row seats and power split-folding 50/50 third-row seats in the Q7
2017 Audi Q5 and 2017 Audi Q7 for Sale in Hoffman Estates, IL
The 2017 Audi Q5 has a starting MSRP of $40,900. If you decide you need extra space and towing power, the Audi Q7 starts at $49,000 MSRP. Our dealership in Hoffman Estates offers special pricing on select new Audi models, so don't forget to check out the latest featured models before getting in touch with a product specialist to discuss your interest.
Once you've selected a new 2017 Audi Q5 or Audi Q7 model from our inventory, make sure to schedule a test drive. We'll be awaiting your visit.