2025 Acura ADX vs 2025 Audi Q5

$35,000 · Crossover

$45,400 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Shopping for a premium compact crossover often boils down to whether you prioritize cutting-edge luxury or rock-solid budget management. The 2025 Acura ADX lands at a very compelling MSRP of $35,000, significantly undercutting the 2025 Audi Q5, which starts at $45,400—a $10,400 difference. While both offer a premium experience, Acura leans toward efficiency, achieving 28 MPG combined versus the Audi's 26 MPG combined. Power delivery is closer than you might expect: the ADX produces 190 hp, just slightly less than the Q5’s 201 hp. However, the Q5 has a considerable advantage in torque, boasting 236 lb-ft against the ADX’s 179 lb-ft, which should help its All-Wheel Drive system feel more assured. The Audi is also slightly wider at 74.5 inches compared to the Acura's 72.5 inches, though cargo space is marginally better in the Q5 at 25.9 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Acura ADX

The ADX's slightly better fuel economy (28 MPG combined) and much lower initial cost make it an easier daily commitment.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi Q5

The Q5 offers a slightly larger cargo area (25.9 cu ft) and a wider stance (74.5 inches), suggesting better passenger comfort.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi Q5

The Audi’s higher torque figure of 236 lb-ft and standard All-Wheel Drive promise a more engaging driving feel than the FWD Acura.

💰 Best Value

2025 Acura ADX

Saving over $10,000 upfront while still achieving 28 MPG combined delivers superior entry-level value.

Choose the Acura ADX if...

Staying strictly under a $36,000 budget is a top priority for your purchase.
Maximizing miles per gallon on routine highway drives (31 MPG highway) is essential.
You are comfortable with a standard front-wheel drive configuration.

Choose the Audi Q5 if...

You need the assured traction of All-Wheel Drive in poor weather conditions.
The higher torque rating (236 lb-ft) is important for responsive acceleration.
You prefer a slightly taller vehicle with marginally more cargo room (25.9 cu ft).

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Acura ADX	Audi Q5
Length	185.8"	184.3"
Width	72.5"	74.5"
Height	63.8"	65.5"
Wheelbase	104.5"	111.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Acura	Audi
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Acura	Audi
Base Engine Displacement	1.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	201 hp
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	236 lb-ft
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Acura	Audi
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	7-speed automated manual
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Acura	Audi
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	26/31 MPG	23/29 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	28 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	364.0/434.0 mi.	425.5/536.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Acura	Audi
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Acura	Audi
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	10.1 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	10
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Stereo Power	—	180W
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Acura	Audi
One-Touch Power Windows	1	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Acura	Audi
Front Head Room	38.4 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	41.9 in.	40.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	57.7 in.
Front Hip Room	54.0 in.	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Acura	Audi
Rear Head Room	38.0 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.7 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.2 in.	56.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	47.4 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Acura	Audi
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.0 in	18 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/55R H	235/60R18
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Acura	Audi
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Acura	Audi
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Acura ADX and 2025 Audi Q5.

How much more power does the Audi Q5 really have over the Acura ADX?

The 2025 Audi Q5 has 201 horsepower, which is 11 more ponies than the 2025 Acura ADX’s 190 horsepower. More notably, the Q5 offers significantly more low-end pull with 236 lb-ft of torque compared to the ADX’s 179 lb-ft.

Is the price difference between these two crossovers worth the performance upgrades?

The Audi Q5 costs $10,400 more, which buys you standard All-Wheel Drive and slightly higher power output. Buyers must weigh if that premium justifies the lesser fuel economy (26 MPG combined for the Q5 vs. 28 MPG for the ADX).

Which vehicle is physically smaller on the road?

The 2025 Audi Q5 is slightly shorter in length at 184.3 inches versus the Acura ADX’s 185.8 inches. However, the Audi is wider (74.5 inches) and taller (65.5 inches) than the Acura.

Do both vehicles require premium fuel?

Yes, both the 2025 Acura ADX and the 2025 Audi Q5 recommend using premium unleaded gasoline for optimal performance.

How do the transmissions differ between these two compact SUVs?

The Acura ADX utilizes a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission (CVT) geared toward smooth efficiency. Conversely, the Audi Q5 features a more traditional 7-speed automated manual transmission.