Audi Q5 Sportback vs Lexus NX
Verdict
At RM421,990 against RM395,888, the Audi Q5 Sportback asks RM26,102 more than the Lexus NX. The Audi gives you the stronger petrol engine on paper, with 268 hp and 400 Nm versus 184 hp and 221 Nm, plus a larger 68-litre tank. The Lexus counters with a longer 2,690 mm wheelbase, marginally bigger 520-litre boot, 7.7-second 0-100 km/h figure and a five-year warranty. Both are CBU, AWD, five-seat compact executive SUVs with seven airbags and AEB.
Q5 Sportback
Pick the Audi Q5 Sportback if you want the stronger engine output, wider body and larger fuel tank, and can live with the shorter warranty.
NX
Pick the Lexus NX if you want the lower price, longer warranty, longer wheelbase and slightly bigger boot.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 Sportback RM421,990; Lexus NX RM395,888
- Output: Audi Q5 Sportback 268 hp and 400 Nm; Lexus NX 184 hp and 221 Nm
- Size: Audi Q5 Sportback 4,717 mm long and 1,900 mm wide; Lexus NX 4,660 mm long and 1,865 mm wide
- Wheelbase and boot: Audi Q5 Sportback 2,528 mm and 515 litres; Lexus NX 2,690 mm and 520 litres
- Fuel tank: Audi Q5 Sportback 68 litres; Lexus NX 55 litres
- Warranty and road tax: Audi Q5 Sportback 2 years and RM434/year; Lexus NX 5 years and RM830/year
Q5 Sportback
- Much higher 268 hp and 400 Nm outputs
- Wider 1,900 mm body
- Larger 68-litre fuel tank
- Costs RM26,102 more
- Shorter two-year warranty
- Smaller 515-litre boot
NX
- Lower RM395,888 price
- Longer five-year warranty
- Longer 2,690 mm wheelbase
- Lower 184 hp and 221 Nm outputs
- Higher RM830 annual road tax
- Smaller 55-litre fuel tank
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 421,990 | RM 395,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, supercharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 268 hp✓ | 184 hp |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 221 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 133 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 208 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-Ion |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,641 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,528 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,765 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 515 litres | 520 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | S Sport Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED Projectors | 3 LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen Sound System | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 434✓ | RM 830 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Q5 Sportback vs NX FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 Sportback or Lexus NX better?
The Lexus NX is easier to justify for most buyers because it costs less, has a five-year warranty and a bigger boot. Pick the Audi Q5 Sportback if engine output matters more: it has 268 hp and 400 Nm.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 Sportback is RM26,102 dearer than the Lexus NX, at RM421,990 versus RM395,888.
Which has more boot space?
The Lexus NX has the larger boot, but only just: 520 litres versus 515 litres in the Audi Q5 Sportback. It is a 5-litre difference, not a deal-maker on its own.