Verdict
At RM352,900, the Audi Q5 costs RM24,100 more than the RM328,800 GWM Tank 500. The Audi is 353 mm shorter and brings a far more useful 520-litre boot, but has five seats and front-wheel drive. The Tank 500 answers with seven seats, all-wheel drive, a 241 hp/380 Nm 2.0-litre hybrid-assisted petrol engine and a separate 105 hp motor, against the Q5’s 196 hp/340 Nm 2.0-litre. For a Malaysian family needing extra chairs and a longer six-year warranty, the Tank is the more complete package; the Q5 suits buyers prioritising manageable dimensions and luggage space.
Pick the Audi Q5 if you need a 520-litre boot in a 4,717-mm-long SUV and can live with five seats and front-wheel drive.
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you want seven seats, all-wheel drive, stronger 241 hp/380 Nm petrol output and a six-year warranty for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; GWM Tank 500 RM328,800.
- Power and torque: Audi Q5 196 hp and 340 Nm; GWM Tank 500 241 hp and 380 Nm.
- Driveline: Audi Q5 front-wheel drive; GWM Tank 500 all-wheel drive.
- Seating and boot space: Audi Q5 five seats and 520 litres; GWM Tank 500 seven seats and 98 litres.
- Length and height: Audi Q5 4,717 mm and 1,669 mm; GWM Tank 500 5,070 mm and 1,905 mm.
- Warranty: Audi Q5 two years/unlimited mileage; GWM Tank 500 six years/unlimited mileage.
Q5
- 520-litre boot versus 98 litres.
- 353 mm shorter for easier placement.
- Digital Matrix LED headlamps, OLED tail lamps and a front-centre airbag.
- Five seats versus the Tank 500’s seven.
- 196 hp and 340 Nm trail the Tank 500’s 241 hp and 380 Nm.
- Two-year warranty is four years shorter.
Tank 500
- Seven seats and all-wheel drive.
- 241 hp/380 Nm 2.0-litre hybrid-assisted petrol engine plus a 105 hp electric motor.
- Six-year unlimited-mileage warranty and 8-year/200,000-km high-voltage battery warranty.
- 98-litre boot is 422 litres smaller than the Q5’s.
- At 5,070 mm long and 1,905 mm tall, it is substantially larger than the Q5.
- Manual boot operation versus the Q5’s powered contactless boot.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM352,900 | RM328,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 196 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 268 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1.75 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 9 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 5,070 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,934 mm |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 98 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 265/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 265/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental CrossContact RX |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED Headlights | Projector LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System |
| 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 Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty |
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.
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Q5 vs Tank 500 FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or GWM Tank 500 better?
The GWM Tank 500 is better for seven-seat family use, all-wheel drive, stronger engine output and warranty cover. The Audi Q5 is better if boot capacity matters: it has 520 litres versus 98 litres and is 353 mm shorter.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 costs RM352,900 and the GWM Tank 500 costs RM328,800, so the Audi is RM24,100 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space, the Audi Q5 or GWM Tank 500?
The Audi Q5 has 520 litres of boot space, compared with 98 litres in the GWM Tank 500. The Tank has two extra seats, but the Audi is the clear choice for carrying luggage.