2021 Audi SQ5 vs 2022 BMW X3 M40i | SUV Comparison

2021 Audi SQ5 vs 2022 BMW X3 M40i | SUV Comparison | Driving.ca

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2 жыл бұрын

With the exception of convertibles - despite a couple of unsuccessful attempts - crossovers have pretty much managed to replace the automobile on today’s streets. Small, medium, large, extra-large, grocery-getter cheap to outrageously expensive and lavish, with powertrains ranging from EV efficiency to gas-guzzling monstrous, there’s at least one for just about every need or want.
For this comparison, we've got the decidedly balanced, yet clearly sporty Audi SQ5 Sportback and the refreshed-for-2022 BMW X3 in M40i guise. With similar size, power outputs, base prices and, most importantly, intent, I believe we have a righteous comparison on our hands.
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@tangwanxiangfu 2 жыл бұрын

Had just chosen the 22 X3 M40i over the SQ5 myself. Two deal breakers for Audi: no remote engine start and fake exhaust.

@jfpinero 2 жыл бұрын

I paid a bit extra to get the real quad-pipe exhaust, so it clearly isn't a deal breaker. :)

@tangwanxiangfu 2 жыл бұрын

@@jfpinero good for you, but most people don’t fancy the idea having to pay $1,800 CAD just to get rid of those fake ones.

@PQV-8898 2 жыл бұрын

Great choice. I love what BMW did with the refreshed X3.

@Madnesschannel100 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the car bro, ive got an S5, I didn't know fake exhaust tips existed for S cars. I'm looking to get a 19 used x3 m40i. What is maintenance like in Canada? Anything you don't like about the car?

@tangwanxiangfu 2 жыл бұрын

@@Madnesschannel100 thanks a lot. Mine is a 22 model which came with 3 years free maintenance so I have no idea about the upkeep just yet. I have owned mine for 5 months with almost 5000kms on it, so far I like everything. The only annoying thing is that the contactless autolocking function can sometimes be a bit too sensitive. It can auto lock even while I was just walking around to get my son out from the rear passenger side.

@Snaproll47518 Жыл бұрын

I chose a 2023 X3 M40i over the Audi. The interior quality of the BMW is far superior, as are the external lines. The fake Audi exhausts are a joke. My only BMW negatives are the marginal stock speaker I made the mistake of specifying and the faux rear brake vents. What was BMW thinking with those faux vents? The BMW has great power and still gets 30 mpg on long highway trips.

@andreajackson5293 2 жыл бұрын

I am purchasing the M40. I have driven both. The inside of the Audi minus the virtual gauge is very dated..the iPad plopped on the top is a no go. The M40 handles better on the corners and is a bullet.

@Mr.Lambert777 Жыл бұрын

Nice choice! I just ordered a X3M40i black , with jet black high performance wheels, red interior, M sport diff, etc. its going to take a while for them to have it build ugh but I’ll have it by Jan or feb. I hope! When did you receive yours?

@kevinwilson6645 Жыл бұрын

Bimmer hands down. Audi Q5 feels cheap, BMW much higher quality - very racy feel and pull up game is far superior !! Inline 6, real exhaust, true racing machine !!

@jzy0104 2 жыл бұрын

Just sold my 6 months Q5 for an LCI X3. Says it all

@matthewgrayson8 2 жыл бұрын

The bmw interior is beautiful

@pokerfred68 2 жыл бұрын

The BMW is quicker by 1/2 second. In the US, the Audi is more expensive in either regular or sportback. Audi also charges $1500 for navigation, which is ridiculous at this price point.

@PQV-8898 2 жыл бұрын

Hands down the BMW X3 M40i is the better vehicle.

@Rayshoesmith2023 2 жыл бұрын

Incorrect

@PQV-8898 2 жыл бұрын

@@Rayshoesmith2023 Not even close!

@Rayshoesmith2023 2 жыл бұрын

@@PQV-8898 incorrect

@PQV-8898 2 жыл бұрын

@@Rayshoesmith2023 Nah!

@PQV-8898 2 жыл бұрын

@@Rayshoesmith2023 Butthurt!

@andreipretorius92 2 жыл бұрын

I prefer the Bmw interior. I would go Bmw all the way

@palleandersen8408 Жыл бұрын

I really like the very well balanced review that you give. Very fintuned pros and cons. 👏👍😀

@robertallen5210 10 ай бұрын

One very important factor that does not come through in any review such as this is the longer-term reliability. I've owned both and currently own the Audi SQ5 (2021). Many issues with it. Numerous recalls. Numerous repairs needed - within the first 13k miles. So many random occurring electronic / software-related glitches with the Audi. Never any issues with the BMW.

@JohnGronberg 5 ай бұрын

By comparison, I've had my '18 SQ5 for 5 years and 40k miles, and never had a single issue. Recalls were done during scheduled maintenance intervals. I did get a flat tire once, but that's not on Audi.

@kornelije23 2 жыл бұрын

Great review guys, but how did you managed to stay so cold by driving this amazing cars lol

@szymontengler9588 2 жыл бұрын

What suspension is in BMW? Sport or adaptive M?

@BocaAtractivo82 Жыл бұрын

I prefer the user friendly infotainment system and comfortable seat because I enjoy long drives. Plus, the Audi is VERY tuning friendly, have a spare tire tire, no heavy run flat tires, not a staggered setup tires between front and back, less cost for repairs,tons of aftermarket and performance parts available and easier DIY friendly vehicle due to the large community support

@htenthusiast2897 Жыл бұрын

I have owned a Q5 2.0 for the past 4 years, really loved it overall. Now stepping up to a performance version and just ordered the M40i which hands down wins it overall. The SQ5 is nice but a far second compared with the X3. I drove both several times. The X3 inline 6 is not only a beast, it’s butter smooth and sound great. When adjusting my seating position I have a little more legroom in the X3. The cargo is definitely more spacious in the X3. Looking forward to feel the X3 long term. The Audi comfort and seats are great, never had any pain after long trips, let’s see how the X3 compares long term. I’m going to miss one feature, ventilated seats.

@kildli Жыл бұрын

in market for new SUV and been condering between x3 and Q5, test drove both, X3 felt so much sporty and engaging than Q5 and enjoyed it more. Q5 you get more tech/ features for the money, but SQ5 vs X3 M40i, BMW wins hands down.

@htenthusiast2897 Жыл бұрын

@@kildli some thoughts for you, with the 2.0 engine the Audi is much more refined with a quieter more luxurious ride, it’s also peppier and comes with mild hybrid, which is handy for in town driving, and has standard all wheel drive, which in the snow and rain drives like on rails and comes with leather seats. If you don’t care about all these extras and don’t mind the louder less refined X3 drive and prefer everyday sportiness then the X3 it’s the way to go.

@jebakaPiSd 6 ай бұрын

And what are your impressions of the X3? I have a dilemma between sq5 and X3 M40i.

@vk2jmv 2 жыл бұрын

Those settings like the AC and functions can be changed using the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant which you never highlighted in your review. No more need for touching and removing your eyes from the road.

@davidalenick1246 Жыл бұрын

Good point. But my question was why mess with turning on and off A/C in the first place? It’s auto climate is so good, why ever mess with it?

@moescolla 2 жыл бұрын

The b58 x3 m40i embarrasses the sq5 Low 4s 0-60 and runs 12s 1/4 mile

@clam741 Жыл бұрын

The b58 is great

@jzy0104 2 жыл бұрын

BMW has climate control. LOL. No need to turn off A/C. It will maintain the desired temp you put and turn the A/C on and off accordingly.

@johnevans6474 11 ай бұрын

I love my X3M40d.

@jonathancheshire3362 2 жыл бұрын

Is that cliche corner from the straight pipes?

@vincentc.2192 2 жыл бұрын

I bet it is

@md8744 5 ай бұрын

I don't like x3 at sport feature while you are driving with slower speed like around 15 to 25 it makes your body yanky back and forth

@RR-ht9db 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review! I personally picked the Audi specifically for the supreme drive quality. It wasn’t even a competition in terms of that! I also preferred the Audi interior, but again, that was my preference. Whichever you choose though, you’re going to be a very happy driver! 😃

@vk2jmv 2 жыл бұрын

supreme drive quaility? lol..you must be joking. Cheers

@RR-ht9db 2 жыл бұрын

@@vk2jmv Most definitely. The SQ5 is geared toward luxury, and the BMW toward handling. It’s no contest that the BMW is a corner carver. The SQ5 cannot compete there at all. It is however extremely comfortable to ride in. And that’s what I liked about it.

@Madnesschannel100 2 жыл бұрын

Ive got an S5 of this generation and love it, i'm looking to get an SUV and the BMW looks better and more fun to drive, but i'm not sure if it would be a mistake over the sq5 due to the better seats, tech, quattro, and comfort on the sq5.

@RR-ht9db 2 жыл бұрын

@@Madnesschannel100 You really need to go on a test drive to decide for yourself. But they’re really both amazing cars 😃 Just remember that the SQ5 has the same engine as your S5. So it will feel slower. The BMW will be faster than your S5.

@MrTresto 2 жыл бұрын

You may as well have bought a Q5 45 (regular 2.0T) then haha, would've saved on money and gas mileage

@cupcake0190 2 жыл бұрын

As an s Audi owner and a previous bmw rear wheel drive inline 6 owner the bmw driveline and ride wins hands down for me. The Audi won on price as it was significantly less for the cars I was comparing.

@unoduetrem540 2 жыл бұрын

Idk about everyone else but the M40i is cheaper than SQ5 and the audi is not selling as well.

@Kiss__Kiss 2 ай бұрын

Should have compared the Sportback to the X4, NOT the X3.. This video comparison, is like apples to oranges.

@mots1021 Жыл бұрын

A better comparison would have been with bmw x4 m40i. Both are sportbackish

@viacheslavkrasin3119 5 ай бұрын

I don't think this video is a real comparison. it is more like a spec voicing. The weirdest staff - the cargo capacity of Audi is poorer than X3 due to its shape. I can easily fit 3xCHECK-IN bags into X3 but Audi is a big BIG question.

@c-9226 2 жыл бұрын

What a joke - This review is so biased against BMW - They didn't even mention about Audi's control buttons and swivel wheel removal - Now everything is relying on the touch screen whilst criticising BMW had no AC on / off button! What Audi SQ5 offered isn't on the same level compare to the LCI X3, interior design, material used, driving experience, technology and most importantly the speed. BMW M40i's famous inline 6 is miles ahead than the Audi's single turbo V6

@planetfabulous5833 2 жыл бұрын

Well look at how very old that reviewer is - old men like Audi.

@THEDOPEGAME Жыл бұрын

M40i=(M Lite)

@wb9474 2 жыл бұрын

Not a great review. You also need to fix the title. The X3 is the 2022 model, not 2021.

@krbelloff 2 жыл бұрын

One is a VW Tiguan the other is a premium luxury vehicle.

@jfpinero 2 жыл бұрын

My dad has a Tiguan and I just got the SQ5, not at all the same thing lol

@jzy0104 2 жыл бұрын

@@jfpinero Still an expensive VW lol

@jfpinero 2 жыл бұрын

@@jzy0104 no

@jzy0104 2 жыл бұрын

@@jfpinero YES

@jfpinero 2 жыл бұрын

@@jzy0104 you saying it makes it right, gotcha!

@subhashkalathil7088 2 жыл бұрын

Why these cars cant be compared with LANDROVER DISCOVERY 110 ? Difender will stand tall if you compare and is more all rounder for the exact same price of these cars. .

@jzy0104 2 жыл бұрын

Because it is shite and unreliable. A defender is not a drivers car compare to this 2.

@zoltankraynik479 2 жыл бұрын

I have and Audi SQ5 2022 prestige special edition and I love it! If you are going on a long road trip then the Audi is the vehicle!! But if you are looking for a bit more exhaust sound and a very small increase in handling then the BMW is for you. The Audi gauge cluster and navigation system is the best of the best, in my opinion. The BMW is $5.000.00 more so if you 😊have money to throw around get the BMW. Happy driving

@michaelcombs1738 2 жыл бұрын

I6>transverse mounted V6 always and forever

@md8744 Жыл бұрын

Definitely bmw x3 M40i win in every way though. Mine could give Qs5 Audi whole car body from starting line when they're racing.

@jkirk1626 Жыл бұрын

Why don't you feature Canadian cars? Oh. Sorry. That's right. Sorry. Canadians don't make their own car.

@aawashingtonjr 2 жыл бұрын

BMW hands down always over Audi. Audi is bland and boring.

@andreajackson5293 2 жыл бұрын

very boring and bland! Inside is super dated minus the virtual cockpit

@PQV-8898 2 жыл бұрын

Agree with this.

@clbernier2 Ай бұрын

I think these two clueless dudes need to go back to their day jobs. An SUV that does 0 to 60 in 4.4 is definitely a performance car. All black interiors are cool, you two are just so square.