2025 Audi Q3 Vs. Q5 - Compare Features, Specs & Dimensions
If you're looking for an agile and advanced luxury SUV, compare the Audi Q3 vs. Q5. These Audi SUVs are premium masterpieces with much in common, but there are several differences between the two as well. Learn more below, then contact Tom Wood Automotive to set up test drives of both models.
Audi Q5 vs. Audi Q3 Dimensions & Interior Room
The first difference between the Audi Q3 vs. Q5 is their size. In particular, the Audi Q3 exterior measures 176.6 inches long, 72.8 inches wide, and 62.9 inches tall, while the Audi Q5 exterior is 185.7 inches long, 74.8 inches wide, and 65.7 inches tall. Moving inside, we see how these dimensions translate to passenger space.
As the Audi Q3 vs. Q5 exterior dimensions suggest, the Audi Q5 trunk space and seating area have more room. It has 38 inches of rear legroom and 56.9 cubic feet of cargo volume if you fold the second-row seats down, while the Audi Q3 trunk space is a maximum of 48 cubic feet, complemented by 36.1 inches of rear legroom. The Audi Q3 seating capacity is five people in total, as is the Audi Q5 seating capacity.
Audi Q3 vs. Q5 Specs & Performance
2025 Audi Q5 vs. Audi Q3 specs see a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine standard in both models. However, you'll get 228 horsepower with a 7.1-second 0-60 mph time from the Audi Q3 engine and 268 horsepower with a 5.8-second 0-60 mph time with the Audi Q5 engine.
The Audi Q3 is limited to this power output, but the Audi Q5 specs go a bit further, roaring louder and faster when turned into the Audi SQ5. When you go for this lightning-fast SUV, you'll get a V-6 with an output of 362 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque for a 4.7-second 0-60 mph time.
Interestingly, the Audi Q5 vs. Audi Q3 performance specs are nearly a tie in terms of fuel efficiency. Drivers who choose to go with the Audi Q3 MPG can expect up to an EPA-estimated 22/29 MPG (City/Highway),1 while the 2025 Audi Q5 MPG boasts up to an EPA-estimated 23/29 MPG (City/Highway).2
Considering the equal MPG ratings, the new Audi Q5 may seem like a stronger offering here, but do keep in mind that it is a larger vehicle than the Audi Q3 in both size and starting price.
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| 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro® | 2025 Audi Q5 TFSI quattro® | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L turbocharged 4-cyl | 2.0L turbocharged 4-cyl |
| Horsepower | 228 | 268 hp |
| Torque | 251 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| EPA-Estimated MPG (City/Highway) | 22 / 291 | 23 / 292 |
| Drivetrain | quattro® AWD | quattro® AWD |
| Transmission | 8-speed Tiptronic® automatic | 7-speed S tronic® dual-clutch automatic |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Volume (Rear Seats Down) | 48 cu ft | 56.9 cu ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.1 in | 38 in |
Audi Q3 vs. Q5 Interior Features
As with our other new Audi vehicles, both the Audi Q3 and Audi Q5 offer impeccable luxury and advanced technology in spades. The new Audi Q3 interior kicks things off with the following standard features:
- Leather-trimmed seats with front-seat heating
- Aluminum Dimension dark inlays
- Three-zone auto climate control
- Power panoramic sunroof
- 8.8-inch touchscreen display
- 10-speaker Audi sound system
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- Power tailgate open/close
To help you decide which model is right for financing, here's a look at the new Audi Q5 interior and the equivalent standard benefits:
- Leather-trimmed seats with front-seat heating
- Three-zone auto climate control
- LED interior lighting plus package
- 14.5-inch touchscreen display
- 10-speaker Audi sound system
- 11.9-inch Virtual cockpit plus®
- Power tailgate open/close
When comparing the 2025 Audi Q3 vs. Audi Q5, you can think of the Audi Q5 as a more luxurious vehicle for a slight premium and the new Audi Q3 as a magnificently modern tech powerhouse.
Audi Q3 vs. Q5: Find Your Winner at Tom Wood Automotive
Whether the smaller Audi Q3 or larger Audi Q5 is your choice, our car dealership group can help you discover the deeper benefits of each model with one-on-one tours and test drives of our Audi SUV inventory.
Contact us today to learn about the Audi Q5 towing capacity and more details, or visit our dealership family to find your next Audi SUV in person.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: the Audi Q3 or the Audi Q5?
The better model between the Audi Q3 and Audi Q5 depends on your preferences. The smaller, more agile Audi Q3 offers standard technology benefits like a fully digital instrument cluster and an easier city driving experience, but the Audi Q5 performance offers more power and the SUV standard luxuries like wood cabin trim. The Audi Q3 towing capacity will likely be lower, but so is the vehicle's starting price.
Which has more cargo space: the Audi Q5 or the Audi Q3?
The Audi Q5 has more cargo space than the Audi Q3. To be specific, the Audi Q5 offers 56.9 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded, while the Audi Q3 has up to 48 cubic feet of cargo space. The Audi Q5 dimensions make the SUV less agile, though, as it is 9.1 inches longer and 2 inches wider than the Audi Q3.
Which has more passenger room: the Audi Q3 or the Audi Q5?
The Audi Q5 offers more passenger room than the Audi Q3 due to its larger size. Comparing them cabin to cabin, we can see that the Audi Q5 has more room by its 1.9 inches of extra rear legroom and 8.9 cubic feet of extra cargo room. Both models, however, offer similar fuel efficiency despite their size differences.
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122 city/29 highway/25 combined MPG (2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors including your driving habits and vehicle condition.
222 city/30 highway/25 combined MPG (2025 Audi Q5 TFSI). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors including your driving habits and vehicle condition.
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