Power & Performance
Power. As mentioned above, the Audi Q5 SUV's standard inline four engine puts out a nice 252 horsepower, which is more than the Mercedes-Benz SUV. But, it's also more than the BMW X3 SUV, which is also powered by an inline four, but earns a rating of 248 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque instead.
Performance. Both SUVs come with a standard 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, but the one at the heart of the Q5 generates more horsepower for your Prairieville commute than does the one in the GLC 300. If you're fond of taking to the winding roads, the Q5 offers nimbler maneuverability and higher ground clearance, allowing you to explore with a greater sense of confidence. It's also worth noting that the Q5 enjoys a greater standard towing capability, with a rating of 4,400 pounds. The GLC is rated to max out at 3,500 pounds.
Design & Passenger Space
Interior Comfort. Drivers and passengers alike enjoy more space in the Q5 than they do in the GLC 300. With the rear seats upright, the Q5 offers over 6 cubic feet more of cargo capacity than its Mercedes-Benz competition; fold those seats down, and the Q5 boasts 60.4 cubic feet of cargo room. The GLC 300 maxes out at just over 56 cubic feet.
With more headroom, legroom, and shoulder room, the Audi Q5 is more spacious than the BMW X3. Whether in the front or the backseats, you'll get more room to spread out in an Audi Q5 than you would in the BMW competition.
Customization options. There are more ways to customize the Audi Q5 and make it exactly how you want it, than there are for the BMW SUV. There are three trim levels, which help drivers choose the model and level of features they want, and there are several available packages. The BMW, on the other hand, only comes in two trim levels, one of which is a high-performance variant with the special M badge, and the higher price tag associated with it.
For example, the Q5 gets standard automatic emergency braking for both vehicles and pedestrians, for speeds up to 52 mph. But, in order to get automatic emergency braking on the GLC 300, drivers have to specially order a Driver Assistance package that gives them extra features.
Safety & Technology
While both of these luxury SUVs are similarly equipped when it comes to tech, convenience, and safety features, the Audi Q5 offers a bit more than the BMW. For example, standard for the Audi Q5 is Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, while the BMW X3 has Android Auto missing from its list of standard equipment and doesn't even offer it as an option. Also, the Audi Q5 comes with standard auto emergency braking, which can recognize both pedestrians and other vehicles at speeds up to 52 mph. Drivers choosing the X3 don't get this safety feature standard but can add it on with an optional package.
Safety. The Audi Q5 comes with standard quattro® all-wheel drive, while it will cost you even more money to add all-wheel drive to the GLC 300 as an option. The Q5 also comes equipped with secondary collision brake assist to prevent further collisions after a crash. The GLC 300 doesn't offer this feature, leaving drivers and passengers exposed to additional injuries.
