Audi Q7 vs BMW X5

How does the Audi Q7 stack up against the BMW X5? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi Q7Audi Q7
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BMW X5BMW X5
SpecAudi Q7BMW X5
Horsepower (max)500 hp617 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)4.1 s3.8 s
Top speed250 km/h290 km/h
Variants27
Body styleLarge 7-seat SUVLarge SUV
Generation4M LCIG65
Production2020 – present2026 – present
Length5,063 mm4,994 mm
Width1,970 mm2,000 mm
Height1,741 mm1,751 mm
Wheelbase2,995 mm3,035 mm

Audi Q7 vs BMW X5: common questions

Is the Audi Q7 or BMW X5 faster?
The BMW X5 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.6s versus the Audi Q7's 3.9s (0-100 km/h in 3.8s vs 4.1s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi Q7 or the BMW X5?
The BMW X5 makes more power: 617 hp (460 kW) versus 500 hp (373 kW) for the Audi Q7.
Is the Audi Q7 or BMW X5 faster on top speed?
The BMW X5 has the higher top speed at 180 mph (290 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the Audi Q7.
What is the main difference between the Audi Q7 and the BMW X5?
The Audi Q7 is a large 7-seat suv, while the BMW X5 is a large suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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