2016 Volkswagen Touareg vs Audi Q5 Comparison

2016 Volkswagen Touareg vs Audi Q5

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There's no shortage of SUVs and Crossover vehicles in the market, each one offering a unique blend of function and form. Yet, two luxury SUVs sit toward the front of the pack: the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg and the 2016 Audi Q5. It's time to see which one offers the best value.

Performance

The 2016 Volkswagen Touareg has a powerful engine and drivetrain combination. Under the hood, there's a 3.6 Liter V6 engine that is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. It gets 280 horsepower and 266 ft. lbs. of torque. The Audi Q5 has a 2.0 Liter, inline 4 that lacks power for a crossover SUV of its size. It has the same drivetrain configuration, but only achieves 220 horsepower and 258 ft. lbs. of torque. That leaves the Audi Q5 rather lacking in towing power, as well. The Touareg can be outfitted to handle 7716 lbs, but the Audi Q5's maximum towing capacity is only 4400 lbs.

Options Galore

The Volkswagen Touareg and the Audi Q5 both have some pretty impressive options. Yet, the 2016 Touareg gives you four model trims to choose from. The 2016 Q5 only has three: the Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige. The Touareg V6 Sport base model comes standard with bi-xenon headlights and touchscreen console. The Touareg V6 with Technology package gives you a power liftgate, front assist emergency braking, and GPS navigation. The V6 Lux and V6 Executive packages both go above and beyond to provide a luxurious riding experience. You get a full panoramic roof, 21-inch alloy wheels and premium Vienna leather seats.

Interior Capacity

The 2016 Volkswagen Touareg has a more spacious interior than the Audi Q5. That's due to the wider wheel base. The rear wheelbase is 113.9 inches, giving the Touareg a larger storage capacity. By comparison, the Audi only has 110.5 inches. The dimensions also give the Touareg a slight advantage on rear shoulder room, front head and shoulder room. Both the Touareg and the Audi Q5 have a fold-down rear row, but the Touareg is designed to store more cargo. It has a maximum cargo capacity of 64 cubic feet. The Audi only has 57.3 cu. ft. and that's will all the seats folded down.

The 2016 Volkswagen Touareg and the Audi Q5 are nearly neck-and-neck in terms of standard features. They both have luxurious interiors, state-of-the-art technology and five-star safety. The Audi Q5 does come up short in some important categories. The Touareg model trims have more variety and offer features you want, without the features you don't want. Its engine and drivetrain are responsive, quick and powerful. It can also stow-and-go much better than the Q5. The Audi is narrow and sleek, whereas the Touareg is wider and can hold more of what matters to you the most. It's time for you to be the judge. Be sure to head over to your local Volkswagen dealer and test drive a 2016 Touareg today.

* EPA estimated MPG may vary by transmission, trim and individual driving behavior.