2025 Audi Q5 vs 2025 Buick Envision

$45,400 · Crossover

$38,000 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Audi Q5 arrives with its signature refined elegance, boasting a sophisticated AWD system and a starting MSRP of $45,400, appealing to those prioritizing brand prestige and polish. Contrast this with the 2025 Buick Envision, which packs a surprising punch with 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, all starting at a far more attainable $38,000. While the Audi achieves a slightly better 26 MPG combined versus the Buick’s 24 MPG combined, the Envision offers a 27 hp advantage and saves buyers a significant $7,400 upfront. The Q5 is marginally larger in every dimension, measuring 184.3 inches long compared to the Envision’s 182.7 inches, but both offer comparable utility, hovering around 25.9 cu ft of cargo space. The Audi relies on a 7-speed automated manual, while the Envision uses a 9-speed automatic, suggesting different approaches to transmitting power.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi Q5

The Audi Q5 offers a better combined MPG rating of 26, translating to fewer fuel stops during the daily grind.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi Q5

The slightly larger dimensions and marginally greater 25.9 cu ft of cargo capacity give the Audi Q5 a minor edge in practical utility.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Buick Envision

The Buick Envision provides superior raw performance with 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque compared to the Q5's 201 hp and 236 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Buick Envision

The Buick Envision delivers better performance metrics for a substantial $7,400 lower starting MSRP.

Choose the Audi Q5 if...

You desire the premium badge prestige and styling associated with the Audi brand.
Your priority is maximizing fuel efficiency, achieving 29 MPG on the highway.
You prefer the direct feel of a 7-speed automated manual transmission over a traditional automatic.

Choose the Buick Envision if...

Saving money is paramount, as the Envision undercuts the Q5 by $7,400 starting at $38,000.
You crave more immediate acceleration from the higher torque output of 258 lb-ft.
A quieter, smoother shifting experience provided by the 9-speed automatic transmission is preferred.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi Q5	Buick Envision
Length	184.3"	182.7"
Width	74.5"	74.1"
Height	65.5"	64.6"
Wheelbase	111.0"	109.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Buick
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front 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 Ventilated 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 Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Buick
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	201 hp	228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	236 lb-ft	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Buick
Transmission Type	7-speed automated manual	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Buick
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	23/29 MPG	22/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	26 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	425.5/536.5 mi.	354.2/450.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	16.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Buick
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	30.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	180W	—
Speaker System	10	9
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bose
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Buick
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Buick
Front Head Room	39.6 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	40.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.7 in.	56.7 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Front Hip Room	—	55.1 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Buick
Rear Head Room	39.3 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	55.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	47.4 in.
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Buick
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/60R18	P245/45R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Buick
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi Q5 and 2025 Buick Envision.

How much more powerful is the 2025 Buick Envision than the 2025 Audi Q5?

The Buick Envision produces 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, offering a distinct advantage over the Audi Q5's 201 hp and 236 lb-ft, meaning the Envision should feel noticeably quicker off the line.

What is the real-world cost difference between these two crossovers?

The 2025 Audi Q5 starts at $45,400, which is $7,400 more expensive than the 2025 Buick Envision base MSRP of $38,000.

Which vehicle is more efficient for long highway commutes?

The 2025 Audi Q5 is slightly more efficient, achieving an EPA-estimated 29 MPG highway compared to the Buick Envision's 28 MPG highway, though both require premium unleaded fuel.

Do these vehicles offer similar amounts of interior storage?

They are quite close in utility; the Audi Q5 offers 25.9 cu ft of cargo capacity, just slightly edging out the Envision's 25.2 cu ft.

How do their drivetrains compare regarding technology?

The Audi utilizes a 7-speed automated manual transmission paired with AWD, whereas the Buick pairs its stronger engine with a more traditional 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, also featuring AWD.

Is the Audi Q5 significantly larger than the Buick Envision?

The Audi Q5 is slightly larger overall, measuring 184.3 inches in length compared to the Envision's 182.7 inches, and it is also negligibly wider and taller.