Verdict
At RM352,900 against the Volkswagen Touareg’s RM384,972, the Audi Q5 saves RM32,072 up front, while its RM434 annual road tax is far below the Touareg’s RM1,632. It is also 161 mm shorter and 84 mm narrower, useful in Malaysian car parks. But the Touareg brings 335 hp, 450 Nm, all-wheel drive, air suspension and an 810-litre boot against 196 hp, 340 Nm, front-wheel drive and 520 litres. Choose the Q5 for lower ownership costs and a smaller footprint; take the Touareg for power, luggage room and its five-year warranty.
Pick the Audi Q5 if lower purchase and road-tax costs, plus a 4,717-mm length better suited to tight parking, matter more than outright performance and cargo space.
Pick the Volkswagen Touareg if you want 335 hp, 450 Nm, all-wheel drive, air suspension and a much larger 810-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; Volkswagen Touareg RM384,972.
- Output: Audi Q5 196 hp and 340 Nm; Volkswagen Touareg 335 hp and 450 Nm.
- Driveline: Audi Q5 front-wheel drive; Volkswagen Touareg all-wheel drive.
- Size: Audi Q5 is 4,717 mm long and 1,900 mm wide; Volkswagen Touareg is 4,878 mm long and 1,984 mm wide.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 520 litres; Volkswagen Touareg 810 litres.
- Warranty: Audi Q5 two years/unlimited mileage; Volkswagen Touareg five years/unlimited mileage.
Q5
- RM32,072 cheaper to buy.
- RM434 annual road tax versus RM1,632.
- 161 mm shorter and 84 mm narrower.
- 196 hp and 340 Nm versus 335 hp and 450 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive.
- 520-litre boot versus 810 litres, with a shorter two-year warranty.
Touareg
- 335 hp and 450 Nm, with all-wheel drive.
- Air suspension and night vision.
- 810-litre boot and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- RM32,072 higher purchase price.
- RM1,632 annual road tax versus RM434.
- 161 mm longer and 84 mm wider, and no front centre airbag is listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM352,900✓ | RM384,972 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 196 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 450 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 4,878 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,702 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 810 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 285/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort suspension | Air 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 | Electronic for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED Headlights | HD Matrix LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual rear window blinds |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi Sound System | 15" Innovision Cockpit with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Dynaudio Consequence Sound System (730-Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 5 years✓ |
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 Touareg FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or Volkswagen Touareg better?
The Touareg is the more capable choice on specification, with 335 hp, all-wheel drive, air suspension and an 810-litre boot. The Q5 is better for lower outlay, RM434 annual road tax and easier placement in tight spaces.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Touareg costs RM32,072 more than the Audi Q5: RM384,972 versus RM352,900.
Which is easier to park in Malaysia?
The Audi Q5 is the handier-sized SUV on paper. At 4,717 mm long and 1,900 mm wide, it is 161 mm shorter and 84 mm narrower than the 4,878-mm-long, 1,984-mm-wide Touareg.