2021 Audi Q5 Sportback vs. Infiniti QX55: Blend Elegance, Performance, and Comfort

 

Here, we detail the Q5 Sportback and SQ5 Sportback and compare them to the 2022 Infiniti QX55.

 

 

The Q5 Sportback features a turbocharged 2.0-litre powertrain that generates 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. It blends in a 12-volt mild hybrid system that assists in efficiency and power. The QX55 also includes a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine that produces a few more horsepower and torque, but most drivers would not be able to tell the difference between both engines.

 

However, the Sportback moves ahead of the QX55 with the SQ5 Sportback. This powerful model includes a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 that delivers 349 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. The QX55 does not have an answer to this upgrade, so the Sportback wins the power and performance competition.

 

Another major difference between the Sportback and the QX55 is how each drivetrain is designed. The Q5 Sportback features a 7-speed automatic transmission, and the SQ5 Sportback adds an 8-speed transmission. Compared to the QX55's continuously variable transmission, drivers who prefer the feel, predictability and sportiness will benefit from what the Sportbacks offer.

 

 

In this battle of the crossover coupes, the Q5 Sportback edges ahead in the competition for passenger comfort. It has more front and rear head room and front leg room than the QX55. The spacious design also leads to more overall cargo room in the Q5, enabling you to more comfortably mix cargo and passengers on many adventures.

 

The Q5 doesn't sacrifice safety for your comfort. It is an IIHS 2021 Top Safety Pick+, the highest rating a vehicle can receive from this prestigious automobile safety body. Testing addressed areas of crashworthiness, crash prevention, and more.

 

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