DriveDown : 2020 Audi SQ7 vs. 2021 BMW X5 M50i | V8 Luxury SUVs Tested DriveDown

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DriveDownCars.com -- curated automotive marketplace for enthusiasts. We decided to pit these two "mildly hot" SUVs against each other - please like and subscribe if you enjoyed this video, and we are all ears on any feedback you may have! Thanks for watching.
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NOTE: It was brought to our attention that for the X5 M50i, if you get the two-axle air suspension, you do get integral rear steering included in the $1,300 package. However, you cannot get air suspension with Dynamic Handling Package, which includes active roll stabilization as well as the adaptive M suspension professional.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
01:22 X5 Exterior Overview
04:24 SQ7 Exterior Overview
06:52 Exterior Conclusion
08:02 X5 Interior Overview
10:12 SQ7 Interior Overview
14:20 SQ7 Drive
22:33 X5 Drive
32:21 Conclusion

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@nickj1111981 3 жыл бұрын

I compared these and went with the SQ7

@chadmutter3377 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I just got the 2022 BMW X5 M50I executive package and its a rocket ship! Awesome all around vehicle

@purnak2954 3 жыл бұрын

Great Review. Like the way you guy did it more like a casual conversation. I think you should compare SQ7 with X7 M50I.

@georgemitchellii4598 3 жыл бұрын

Great review.. the candor is very much welcomed! I just bought the Q7 and yes it may not turn eyes as quickly as the BMW but the ride and tech is undeniable!

@Jassman3536 3 жыл бұрын

We prefer the SQ7...better daily driver, great power with just ok fuel economy. I am a BMW guy but we have owned almost as many Audi's and the third seat is a factor for us when we are with 6 adults going out to eat. The Q7 feels larger inside and has more head and legroom. Lastly the quatro set up has proven to be more responsive and easier getting us through the snow when it is nasty out.

@georgeanton86 Жыл бұрын

😊😊

@thatschill777 Жыл бұрын

I actually have a 21 X5 M50i and do have the air suspension and the rear wheel steering... It's amazing. I drove the Audi and Mercedes and they just didn't have the feel of the BMW. It wasn't even close.

@turbotennisf9742 2 жыл бұрын

Great review!

@patthis Жыл бұрын

Great review fella's

@bboyfbk 3 жыл бұрын

Great video

@robingoldberg6769 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@babakmirzz 3 жыл бұрын

I paid 100k for X5 m50i just for that exhaust sound only...it's amazing to hear it in action.

@reyjazz-u8p 7 ай бұрын

Wow you never ride a gle 53 then 😂

@G0ddEityawesome Ай бұрын

@@reyjazz-u8pgle53 is v6 not v8

@reyjazz-u8p Ай бұрын

@@G0ddEityawesomei know but mercedes exhaust are awesome… i drove both

@ChUcK2001 2 жыл бұрын

Got the SQ7 atfer comparing both. It's a family car first, more room, more comfy, low rider (looks like a big wagon when dropped). Sound is quite.....surprising. Value was better also when equipped similar. In Canada the SQ7 has tons of standard features that are optionnal elsewhere.

@rogerf9613 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. These two cars are in my top 5 for my next ride. Strangely, my experience regarding steering feel has been the opposite. I found the SQ7 to have no road feel at all through the steering wheel. I found the opposite to be true on the BMW X5 M50i. My experience driving the BMW was a connected and tactile experience. The BMW had solid road feel through the steering wheel. That said, Great review. Look forward to your future videos.

@reyjazz-u8p 7 ай бұрын

Cause it’s not true, x5 is the best steering wheel experience.

@johnoconnor4984 2 жыл бұрын

Great work boys> I am trying to sort out which vehicle to get between these two rides. Funny I see it the same way yall do> I wish the I got more excited about the Audi.

@GGSTUNNA11 2 жыл бұрын

I think the SQ7 should be going against the X7 M50i not the X5 , Great Review!!!

@fskof Жыл бұрын

This channel should be called BMW Fan Boys!

@msun8423 3 жыл бұрын

I believe this is the first comparison review of the two SUVs. Great job! As I was cross shopping these two a few months ago, I couldn't agree more on the points you made in the video. I could have chosen the X5 M50i if I could opt for dynamic handling package and air suspension at the same time, but sadly not. So I ended up with the SQ7 for more rear leg room, adjustable second row and better ride quality. And with active roll bar and sport differential, it behaves amazingly well in corners. For that price tag, SQ7 is the most budget friendly yet most practical car to have the V8 TFSI engine. Paying less but getting better acceleration numbers than a Cayenne GTS, the dual touch screens are no longer that terrible to live with.

@drivedown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. Hope you’re enjoying the SQ7!!

@stefanmolnar4345 2 жыл бұрын

The cayane gts drives better, and its sportier and more premium but it cost more.

@summerx9917 2 жыл бұрын

Dude you are right with your choice. I have owned a x5 40i 2020 for two years and I can tell that the air suspension is not sporty at all. The worst thing is that the air suspension is not compatible with rear wheel steering. As a result I traded x5 for a sq7 with sport package on.

@TheeRighteousOnee 10 ай бұрын

Nahh X5 is better, more power and visually appealing.

@robingoldberg6769 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. Would love to hear your thoughts on the G63. Compare it with a Cayenne Turbo S perhaps?

@alexandermaliy3515 2 жыл бұрын

nice review, thank yoг! but you forgot to compare the light at night as they differ, breaks

@gregsouther7293 2 жыл бұрын

I ordered my Nardo grey SQ7 yesterday.

@Pavel71442 3 жыл бұрын

Audi SQ7 great car, best in its class! I want one!

@phantombags Жыл бұрын

I prefer the Audi. Audis are excellent for road trips. They are super comfortable and low profile classy. I love driving BMWs too and they do have that peppery feel. But for the long haul and comfortability since I am old, I will stick with the Audi. I had a 335i and an RS5. Currently I drive a Q5 and will definitely step up to an Q7 or SQ8. I do LOVE the look of the X5s and GLEs. But the Audi is so comfortable and the interior is solid quality.

@merrye6943 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. I agree that BMW will get more of a second look, more charismatic than the Audi. However, Audi offers more room and flexibility specially if you have kids and/or pets. More power to all of you.

@philepbolanos2700 3 жыл бұрын

Audi’s have dynamic steering, it hardens the more you push the car on turns

@eldismemushi Жыл бұрын

BMW X5 it’s amazing,

@bobthbldr3 2 жыл бұрын

I believe BMW dropped the third row in the X5 when the X7 came out so if you want seating for seven you have to get the bigger and heavier X7 (which is even more expensive). As far as styling, I'm older and I think the styling of the Audi is much sleeker looking instead of the boxy look of the BMW. To me, I like the more hunkered down look of the Audi. I would also like the smoother ride of the SQ7 in a $100,000 SUV for everyday driving, and I have read that with the sport differential and 4 wheel steering the handling is excellent. Again, since I am older I don't care for the murdered out look and the Audi looks great with the brushed silver trim.

@bobthbldr3 2 жыл бұрын

On another note, two other reviewers both got 0 to 60 times of 3.8 seconds and 12.3 in the quarter mile. Pretty impressive for a 5000 pound SUV!

@joem8252 3 жыл бұрын

Just drove both within the last month. The X5 is just a better overall ride. The transmission is hands down better and the acceleration definitely wins. Audi looks great and rides nice, but the interior is just not as good.

@joem8252 2 жыл бұрын

Ordered a 22 X5 M50i. Can’t wait

@brolic600lt 2 жыл бұрын

Totally lost your mind. The 2021 SQ7 fully loaded is much better. The bmw is legit 2 seconds slower 0-60 also. The sq8 is a more direct comparison but bmw fan boys need not make reviews. I have owned both and audi wins. Every time.

@dcutting9 Жыл бұрын

@@brolic600lt The SQ8 is 2 seconds faster than the M50i’s 3.9 sec 0-60 (Car and Driver)?? LOL Okayyy

@dcutting9 Жыл бұрын

@@brolic600lt SQ7 even slower..

@brolic600lt Жыл бұрын

@@dcutting9 the m50i is 4.1-4.3 seconds 0.60 NOT 3.9. The m50i is not a X5M or Comp. The SQ7/8 is actually the same 0-60 range but want more comfortable of a daily driver. I still prefer my R8 as a daily but it is what it is.

@Scotford_Maconochie 2 жыл бұрын

Black is hardest car paint color to keep clean.

@timhill1475 5 ай бұрын

The Bimmer blows the Audi away.

@kdm313 2 жыл бұрын

Home boy is so BMW Bias it’s funny

@samuel70911 2 жыл бұрын

The Adaptive M Suspension Professional for 3.6K USD makes the BMW ride even better than the SQ7. A bit steep but now you have the best of both worlds.

@laurent36 Жыл бұрын

theyre both missing some stuff. you can get the entire door in stitched nappa leather on the sq7 which he commented on being lower quality than hed like

@hsyedh2h2 3 жыл бұрын

LOVE DA BMW!! it's every day ease and fun. I have driven the X5 M 50i. It's a BEAST!!! Audi is torque-iee. But BMW is just so balanced. Thumbs down to BMW for not offering the integral Steering for X5 M50i. Laserlights are WORTH IT!!! I used them on the PA Turnpike ( If anyone knows that highway it's beautiful and OPEN; road FUN!! ) The night driving allowed me use the Laserlights. I know someone will say the Audi has the new digital lights, but I love the particle look of the BMW system. You are so amazing TAYLOR!!!!!!!

@vritikapai1999 2 жыл бұрын

For me it’s d BMW M 50i .. you have to drive it to experience the power of M.. d ultimate driving machine…

@dejusns 3 жыл бұрын

Audi has a Luxury package which would give you extended leather package on the doors and such, in addition to massaging and ventilating seats

@donudelson7856 3 жыл бұрын

Great review... totally agree with no steering feel and bumpy ride of the beemer. I’m impressed with the Audi, as you might figure a Porsche guy would... bravo!

@bedrialiu9107 4 ай бұрын

BMW number one in the world

@kmor3505 2 жыл бұрын

I myself got the 2020 M50i and I believe there is a another model below the m50i which is the 50i by it self. So 40i, 50i, M50i and finally the M, and M competition

@BmwAlfa123 3 жыл бұрын

I was in the same position a few months ago. The X5 just felt like a much nicer and better driving car. It has the illusion of being small when driven yet has all the space you need. The driver centric position makes it much more enjoyable than the Audi, which felt a little too tame for my likes.

@fatitigilo825 3 жыл бұрын

Same last year. Audi felt too tame and controlled. X5 really gave me the feeling of being in control of both the engine and the car handling. Which makes it feel slightly less comfortable and smooth but so much more confident to drive. I'd think twice about pushing the Audi through that corner, while with the BMW there's no doubt in my mind it will rip through it no problem, even if they would technically perform the same, the feel is so different.

@rayhewitt6875 2 жыл бұрын

We have the SQ7 and is hands down better than the BMW. But of course everyone is subject to there own opinion.:)

@liamcusack4340 Жыл бұрын

Driven both, nice cars but I much prefer the interior of current Mercedes

@CryptoQuest1 3 жыл бұрын

The driver is cute.

@shivamdesai49 3 жыл бұрын

In essence if you have 85k ready to burn a hole in your pocket and your over 45 the Audi is the way and if your younger than 45 the bmw is the way lol

@janoscastro9418 3 жыл бұрын

Rented the new X5 over vacation while driving 4 days around Boston. If I had to summarize, it would not be difficult. As far as interior volume, not more than my Passat. As far as comfort, real good front seats but very uncomfortable second row seats. The NAV system needs an overhaul as it continually kept misleading us not only with directions but for some reason the exit numbers on the highway were not correct! We often opted for our much more reliable iPhone maps, which is not itself that great. We enjoyed the panoramic moonroof. The entertainment and controls were not intuitive. So what would be the point of owning an X5 over a Passat? Yes I dare ask, not much. Sure the stereo is nicer and it has more power, but its not more practical. Perhaps an X7. At least with the SQ7 you get third row seats.

@fatitigilo825 3 жыл бұрын

Those are not the standard rear wheels on the X5, they are 315 standard, these clearly are not.

@drivedown 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Fati! Yes, these are the standard, 20 inch all season wheel/tire setup for the X5 M50i. The performance setup, which has the 315s in the rear with summer tires and 21 or 22 inch tires is optional. Thanks for watching!

@kinglizzy99 10 ай бұрын

great review...actually picked up the M50i earlier this week (before I watched this)...and boy am I happy with the purchase! The engine and feel on the road makes my heart flutter...was looking at the SQ7 but main reason I didn't go with it is because we already have the SQ5...first world problems lol (I know not the same, but just wanted variety as we were trading in an older X5)...all good tho, will probably trade up to the SQ7 when my wife gets tired of the 5!