| 2026 BMW X5 | Vs. | 2026 Audi Q5 |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Number Of Powertrain Options | 1 |
| 6-cylinder turbocharged engine | Standard Powertrain | Turbocharged 2.0L I4 engine |
| 375 hp | Standard Horsepower | 268 hp |
| 617 hp | Maximum Horsepower | 268 hp |
| Available | Plug-In Hybrid Option | Not available |
| 33.9 cubic feet | Standard Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row | 27.6 cubic feet |
Featuring captivating aesthetics, elevated performance, and high-end comfort, the 2026 BMW X5 deserves a spot in your garage. If you are considering other options, such as the 2026 Audi Q5, read the following guide from BMW of Houston Midtown. We will discuss these models’ powertrain selection and cargo capacity in detail, so you can determine the best fit for your drives around River Oaks.
Performance-wise, the X5 offers precise power and pure driving pleasure. It also offers significantly more standard horsepower than the Audi Q5, making it ideal for those who want next-level performance on the streets of Cypress. If you want even better figures, you can upgrade to one of the 3 available powertrains, whereas the Q5 only has a single engine. The X5 also has a plug-in hybrid trim level for drivers who crave electrified power. View these powertrain options and their respective horsepower numbers here:
In addition to better standard horsepower and a bigger powertrain selection, the BMW X5 also has more room for your belongings. Whether it’s the cargo space behind the 2nd or 1st row of seating, the BMW model can fit more than the Audi SUV. See the specifications for yourself below:
If you don’t need that big of a cargo area but still want decent cargo space for your Missouri City travels, you should consider the X3. While this is a smaller BMW model than the X5, it still offers more cargo space than the Audi Q5.
For more power and cargo capacity, you should lease or purchase a 2026 BMW X5. Visit BMW of Houston Midtown and experience this model in person. If you’d like to book a test-drive appointment, give our team a call at 855-219-3327 today.
Right off the bat, the 2024 BMW X5 has more options for you to really narrow down what ideal model you have in mind. With these BMW SUV models, you’re choosing from 3 drivetrain variants to determine the exact performance you’d like in Cypress, whereas the 2023 Audi Q5 plays it safe with the same engine across the board and only offering 2 drivetrain types. See the selection here:
2024 BMW X5
2023 Audi Q5
Variety is always nice to have, but chances are you already know which performance you want. If you want a gas-powered model, these Audi vs. BMW lineups start with gas-powered models, but once again, the 2024 BMW X5 stands out with its higher horsepower and torque. What this really means is that even if you go with one of the entry-level models, you’ll enjoy the high-end performance in the X5, whereas the Q5’s specs are nowhere near that level the BMW SUV upholds:
2024 BMW X5 xDrive40i
2023 Audi Q5 40 TFSI quattro® S tronic®
What if you want more efficiency and electric performance in Missouri City? Same story once again: the BMW X5 xDrive50e Plug-In Hybrid churns an additional significant amount of power that the Audi Q5 PHEV just can’t compete with:
2024 BMW X5 xDrive50e Plug-In Hybrid
2023 Audi Q5 PHEV
And yes, those Audi Q5 PHEV specs are as high as it goes for the lineup. For the BMW SUV, there are still more choices, as you recall from earlier, so you will also have the BMW-exclusive M models to choose from. With the X5 M Competition model, the power will be pushed all the way to 617 hp thanks to the 4.4L BMW M TwinPower Turbo V8 engine paired with latest 48V mild-hybrid technology!
