2023 Audi SQ5 vs. 2023 Lincoln Nautilus | NewCars.com

2023 Audi SQ5 vs. 2023 Lincoln Nautilus Review

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2023 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $56,500
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2023 Lincoln
Nautilus

MSRP*: $44,825 to $67,245
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MPG - City 19 MPG 19 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 68.8 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 335-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 250 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 190.0 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 86.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 37.8 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.6 - 39.2 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 Lincoln Nautilus than in the Audi SQ5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Lincoln Nautilus will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi SQ5.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi SQ5 as you will with the Lincoln Nautilus, 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). The Audi SQ5 is somewhat more expensive than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Dimensions
Since the Audi SQ5 is much slimmer than the Lincoln Nautilus, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Audi SQ5 is slightly shorter than the Lincoln Nautilus, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Audi SQ5 has the same turning radius as the Lincoln Nautilus, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Audi SQ5 is clearly the choice over the Lincoln Nautilus for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Audi SQ5 greatly out-muscles the Lincoln Nautilus.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Audi SQ5 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi SQ5 and the Lincoln Nautilus. The Audi SQ5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Lincoln Nautilus.