Audi Q5 vs. Audi Q7: Which Luxury SUV is Right for You?

As far as luxury automakers go, Audi has one of the largest lineups compared to the competition, and many of their flagship vehicles are SUVs. With so many different options on the table, it’s understandable that some Kansas City car shoppers get a bit intimidated trying to pick just one.

We don’t have time to talk about all of them here, but we can look at two of the most popular. For those who are on the fence, here’s our comprehensive 2025 Audi Q5 vs. Q7 comparison.

Audi Q5 vs. Q7: Dimensions

Right off the bat, let’s address the most in-your-face difference between the two—the Q7 is significantly bigger, and this will be a major factor to consider. The Q5 is a two-row SUV with seating for 5, while the Q7 is a three-row SUV that can seat up to 7 people.

Here’s a comparison of their interior dimensions:

Not only does the Q7 have an entire extra row and more maximum cargo space, but it also has more head, leg, and shoulder room in its 1^st and 2^nd rows, making it a potentially better choice for shoppers with big families.

It’s worth noting that the Q5 Sportback is available as well. While this model has a sleeker profile than the regular Q5, it also has slightly less cargo space in the back.

Audi Q5 vs. Q7: Engines

Both come standard with quattro® all-wheel drive, but they have very different powertrains and performance specs.

The Audi Q5 has 3 different available engines:

·       Q5 40 TFSI® quattro®

o   201 horsepower

o   236 pound-feet of torque

o   23 MPG city/29 MPG highway

·       Q5 S line 45 TFSI® quattro®

o   261 horsepower

o   273 pound-feet of torque

o   22 MPG city/28 MPG highway

·       Q5 S line 55 TFSI® e quattro®

o   362 horsepower

o   369 pound-feet of torque

o   58 MPGe/26 MPG combined

Meanwhile, the Audi Q7 has 2 engine options:

·       Q7 45 TFSI® quattro®

o   261 horsepower

o   273 pound-feet of torque

o   20 MPG city/26 MPG highway

·       Q7 55 TFSI® quattro®

o   335 horsepower

o   369 pound-feet of torque

o   18 MPG city/23 MPG highway

Regardless of which setup you choose, both the Q5 and Q7 benefit from Audi’s excellent engineering, balance, and driving dynamics. However, both also have their strong suits—the Q5 is the only option with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, which will save tons of money on fuel in the long run, but the Q7 has the most power potential, with a maximum towing capacity of 7,700 pounds compared to the Q5’s 4,400 pounds.

Both SUVs also have performance versions—the SQ5 and SQ7, respectively. If you’d like to know more about these extra powerful SUVs, contact our Audi dealership near Overland Park.

Audi Q5 vs. Q7: Features

Despite their differences in size, power, and fuel economy, both of these luxury people movers are similarly packed with tech and safety features.

Standard features include the MMI® center touchscreen display with Audi smartphone interface that allows for Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Available upgrades include the 12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit, Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System, and much more.

The Q5 and Q7 also have an excellent selection of available driver assistance tech, including:

·       Adaptive cruise control

·       Side assist

·       Audi pre sense® city

·       Parking assist

·       Top-view camera system

·       And more

Audi Q5 vs. Q7: Price

Now, let’s compare their starting MSRP to see which is the most affordable Audi SUV of the pair:

2025 Audi Q5 pricing

·       Q5 40 TFSI® quattro®: $45,400

·       Q5 S line 45 TFSI® quattro®: $48,800

·       Q5 S line 55 TFSI® e quattro®: $58,500

2025 Audi Q7 pricing

·       Q7 45 TFSI® quattro®: $60,500

·       Q7 55 TFSI® quattro®: $65,800

Because the Q7 is notably larger and has more robust performance specs, it’ll cost a bit more than the Q5. If you’re interested in exploring leasing or finance options for the Audi of your dreams, contact our auto finance professionals and we’ll work to get you the lowest monthly car payment available.

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Still having a hard time picking the perfect model for your needs? That’s what our Audi sales experts are here for. Browse our new inventory online, then call us at (888) 720-9155 or stop by our dealership, located at 10330 Madison Ave, Kansas City, MO 64114, to schedule a test drive—and don’t forget to ask about our Audi lease specials.