2020 INFINITI QX50 vs. 2020 Audi Q5 | Edinburg, TX
Are you in the market for a luxurious midsize SUV with a powerful engine, ample space and a fuel-efficient performance? You have likely added the 2020 INFINITI QX50 and the 2020 Audi Q5 to the top of your list, but how do you choose between the two? We put the two SUVs head to head to determine a winner, and — not to our surprise — the new INFINITI QX50 came out on top.
Under the Hood
The 2020 INFINITI QX50 features the groundbreaking variable compression turbo engine from INFINITI, named a Wards’ 10 Best Engine for 2019. This engine is the first of its kind, which means you can’t get the 2020 Audi Q5 with a comparable power plant.
When you compare the 2020 Audi Q5’s 2.0-liter engine with the 2020 INFINITI QX50’s 2.0-liter option, you’ll quickly see that the INFINITI QX50 is the better performer, offering up 268 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque versus the Audi Q5’s 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque.
Fuel Economy
Not only does the 2020 INFINITI QX50 offer more power, though, it offers better fuel economy, too. The QX50 achieves up to 27 mpg combined while the 2020 Audi Q5 lags behind at 24 mpg.*
Interior Space
Inside, the 2020 QX50 is all about abundant space. The INFINITI SUV offers more second-row leg room (38.7 inches) than the 2020 Audi Q5 (37.8 inches). In addition, the new INFINITI QX50 offers more cargo volume (31.4 cubic feet) behind the second row than the Audi Q5 (just 25.1 cubic feet).
Price
Luxury SUVs come at a higher cost, so where you can save money, you should. Luckily, the 2020 INFINITI QX50 starts significantly lower than the 2020 Audi Q5. In fact, you can get the base model of the QX50 for a whopping $6,050 less than the base model of the Q5.**
Visit Bert Ogden INFINITI to test drive the INFINITI QX50.
*Fuel economy based on 2020 EPA fuel economy estimates for 2020 QX50. 2020 QX50 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates 24 City/ 31 Highway/ 27 Combined. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions. Use for comparison only. Based on manufacturer’s website. Electric Vehicles excluded.
**Price is Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). MSRP excluding tax, title, license and options. Dealer sets actual price.