2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback vs 2025 Land Rover Discovery

$61,800 · Crossover

$60,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between performance style and rugged capability often stumps buyers looking at premium crossovers. If you prioritize spirited driving dynamics, the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback ($61,800 MSRP) is the clear choice, boasting 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. Conversely, the 2025 Land Rover Discovery ($60,200 MSRP), while less potent at 296 hp, offers a significantly larger presence, being nearly 10.5 inches longer at 195.1 inches versus the Audi's 184.6 inches. Interestingly, their efficiency is identical, both achieving a combined 21 MPG. The Audi leans into sporty handling with its compact dimensions, whereas the Land Rover provides a more imposing stance and presumably more interior volume, though its cargo capacity is listed at only 24.7 cu ft for the Sportback body style. Performance enthusiasts will appreciate the power deficit covered by the SQ5, making it the quicker vehicle off the line.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback

The SQ5 Sportback offers a sportier feel and a slightly more maneuverable footprint for daily city driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Discovery

The Discovery’s substantially larger physical dimensions (195.1 inches long and much taller at 74.3 inches) suggest superior passenger space and presence for families.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback

With 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, the SQ5 Sportback offers significantly more performance than the Discovery's 296 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery undercuts the Audi SQ5 Sportback on MSRP by $1,600 while providing a standard AWD system.

Choose the Audi SQ5 Sportback if...

You frequently drive aggressively and want the responsiveness from 349 hp.
You prefer the sleek, sloping roofline and smaller footprint (184.6 inches long) of a Sportback design.
You want a slightly better torque figure (369 lb-ft) accompanying premium fuel consumption.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

You need a more commanding physical presence, evidenced by its 74.3-inch height.
You prefer a lower initial cost, as the Discovery starts at $60,200, undercutting the Audi.
You value a traditional Four-Wheel Drive system over the Audi's Quattro All-Wheel Drive.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi SQ5 Sportback	Land Rover Discovery
Length	184.6"	195.1"
Width	74.5"	-
Height	65.4"	74.3"
Wheelbase	111.0"	115.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
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 Preparation System	✓	✓
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	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	349 hp	296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed
Locking Hubs	—	Automatic

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.5/444.0 mi.	452.2/571.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power 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	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Steering Wheel Material	—	Simulated Alloy
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	180W	400W
Speaker System	10	11
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Front Head Room	38.0 in.	40.0 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.7 in.	—
Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	3
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	37.5 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	20 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	Performance	—
Tire Size	255/45R20	N/A
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback and 2025 Land Rover Discovery.

Which vehicle is faster, the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback or the Land Rover Discovery?

The Audi SQ5 Sportback is significantly faster on paper, producing 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque compared to the Discovery's 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. This 53 hp advantage means the SQ5 will generally feel much more responsive during acceleration.

Is there a big difference in fuel economy between these two premium SUVs?

No, surprisingly, the fuel economy is identical for both models in this comparison. Both the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback and the Land Rover Discovery are rated at 21 MPG combined, with City/Highway splits of 19/24 MPG.

Does the Audi require premium fuel like the Land Rover?

Yes, both vehicles mandate high-octane fuel for optimal performance. The SQ5 Sportback recommends premium unleaded, while the Discovery requires it, reinforcing their positioning as high-performance machines.

How much larger is the Land Rover Discovery physically compared to the Audi SQ5 Sportback?

The Discovery is substantially larger, measuring 195.1 inches in length versus the SQ5 Sportback's 184.6 inches, resulting in a difference of over 10 inches. Additionally, the Discovery is notably taller at 74.3 inches.

If I haul a lot of gear, which crossover is better based on the specs provided?

Based strictly on the cargo capacity figure provided for the SQ5 Sportback (24.7 cu ft), the Discovery is likely superior due to its much larger overall body size, although its specific cargo volume number wasn't listed for direct comparison.

What is the price difference between the base MSRPs?

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery has a lower starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) at $60,200. The 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback commands a slightly higher price tag of $61,800.