When you need a sleek and powerful SUV, there's nothing like a luxury model to really make the roads come alive. Two of the most popular choices on the market today are the Audi Q7 vs. BMW X5. And while the BMW X5 has its share of fans around Elmwood Charter Township, we'd like to turn your attention to the 2022 Audi Q7 SUV a more spacious, more capable, and more exciting ride.


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X5 or Q7: Price

First, which luxury car has the steeper price point? Between the 2022 Audi Q7 vs. BMW X5, it's the BMW X5 with the heftier price tag at $59,400 MSRP. The Audi Q7 is $55,800 MSRP by comparison - a difference of $3,600. In fact, you can upgrade from the base Premium to the 45 Premium Plus at $58,700 MSRP and still pay less than you would for a base BMW X5.

X5 or Q7: Performance

What about the performance advantages of the Audi Q7 vs. BMW X5? The two share some similarities, like 8-speed automatic transmissions with dual-shift mode, but the Audi Q7 has notable advantages. The Audi Q7 has the more impressive drivetrain, showcasing its signature Audi quattro® all-wheel drive standard, while the BMW X5 is equipped with rear-wheel drive. 


That means that the Q7 is more capable on slick roads and bad weather conditions in Garfield Township. Additionally, the Audi Q7 has the clear edge on towing with a 7,700-pound maximum - a 500-pound advantage over the BMW X5.

X5 or Q7: Dimensions and Features

One significant advantage of the Audi Q7 is the seating capacity. The Audi Q7 offers space for seven passengers to sit back and enjoy the Interlochen roads, while the BMW X5 is smaller with a 5-person capacity. But, the Audi lineup also includes its own exclusive features that you won't find anywhere else:


  • HD Matrix-design LED headlights with Audi laser light

  • Audi Virtual Cockpit with 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster

  • Audi MMI® touch response

  • Audi Pre Sense Basic

  • Audi Pre Sense Front and Rear

  • Audi Side Assist

  • 730-watt Bang & Olufsen® Premium sound system with 3D sound

Find Out More with Audi Traverse City

You've read our in-depth comparison of the 2022 Audi Q7 vs. BMW X5, but which will you choose for the long road ahead? Contact us at Audi Traverse City with any questions about the lineup and start browsing our new Audi Q7 inventory online! Looking for other Audi options? Compare the 2022 Audi A4 vs. Audi A5 to find your fit!