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2023 Audi Q5 vs. 2023 Toyota Highlander Review

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2023 Audi
Q5

MSRP*: $44,200 to $46,700
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2023 Toyota
Highlander

MSRP*: $36,420 to $51,225
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 261 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 194.9 - 197.4 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 38.4 - 39.9 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Highlander than in the Audi Q5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Highlander offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Audi Q5, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi Q5 as you will with the Toyota Highlander, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Audi Q5 or the Toyota Highlander, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q5 is much slimmer than the Toyota Highlander, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi Q5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Highlander.

Handling
The Audi Q5 has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Highlander, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q5 has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota Highlander.

Powertrain
The Audi Q5 has much lower torque than the Toyota Highlander, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Audi Q5 seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Highlander. The Audi Q5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Highlander.