2021 Audi Q5 vs. 2021 Lexus NX: Performance Takes The Lead

 

There are several other competitors in the segment that attempt to overtake the Q5's all-round capabilities. Here, we compare the Q5 to the 2021 Lexus NX to illustrate how others fall short.

 

 

 

The Q5 offers three powertrain designs which target output levels that Audi owners want. The Komfort, Progressiv, and Technik models include the 45 TFSI, a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. The Q5 TFSI e is a plug-in hybrid powertrain that outputs 362 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque with outstanding efficiency. If you prefer a gas-only option with comparable performance, the SQ5 offers 349 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque.

 

The Lexus NX 300 is the most powerful of the NX lineup with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder that achieves 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. However, that falls below the Q5's entry petrol engine. The NX 300H is a hybrid option that stalls at 194 net horsepower. If you are looking for more performance out of the NX series, you won't find it.

 

 

Once you step inside the Q5, the Lexus NX becomes an afterthought. The Q5 boasts more front and rear headroom and shoulder room than the NX, and rear seat passengers also enjoy more rear legroom. Comfort is essential for any luxury crossover. The Q5 ensures all occupants have an opportunity to relax and feel refreshed at the end of every trip.

 

The Q5 also features versatility that shadows the NX. With over 731 litres of cargo volume behind the rear seats, the Q5 has over 250 more litres than the Lexus NX in the same configuration, so you and your family can bring bags, sporting gear, and anything else that you can fit along for the ride.

 

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