4Runner vs. Audi Q5
Toyota 4Runner compared with the Audi Q5
Safety
For enhanced safety, the front and middle seat shoulder belts of the Toyota 4Runner have pretensioners to tighten the seatbelts and eliminate dangerous slack in the event of a collision and force limiters to limit the pressure the belts will exert on the passengers. The Audi Q5 doesn’t offer pretensioners for the middle seat belts.
Both the 4Runner and the Q5 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, head airbags, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding and available all wheel drive.
Warranty
Toyota’s powertrain warranty covers the 4Runner 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than Audi covers the Q5. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Coverage on the Q5 ends after only 4 years or 50,000 miles.
There are almost 5 times as many Toyota dealers as there are Audi dealers, which makes it much easier to get service under the 4Runner’s warranty.
Engine
The 4Runner’s standard 4.0 DOHC V6 produces 23 lbs.-ft. more torque (266 vs. 243) than the Q5’s 3.2 DOHC V6. The 4Runner’s optional 4.7 DOHC V8 produces 63 lbs.-ft. more torque (306 vs. 243) than the Q5’s 3.2 DOHC V6.
For more instantaneous acceleration and better engine flexibility in any gear, the 4Runner’s engines produce their peak horsepower at lower RPM’s than the Q5:
Horsepower
4Runner 4.0 DOHC V6
5200 RPM
4Runner 4.7 DOHC V8
5400 RPM
Q5 3.2 DOHC V6
6500 RPM
Fuel Economy and Range
The 4Runner has 3.2 gallons more fuel capacity than the Q5 (23 vs. 19.8 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.
Tires and Wheels
For better traction, the 4Runner has larger tires than the Q5 (265/65R17 vs. 235/60R18). The 4Runner’s optional tires are larger than the largest tires available on the Q5 (265/65R17 vs. 255/45R20).
The Toyota 4Runner’s wheels have 6 lugs for longer wheel bearing life, less chance of rotor warping and greater strength. The Audi Q5 only has 5 wheel lugs per wheel.
The 4Runner has a standard full size spare tire so your trip isn’t interrupted by a flat. A full size spare isn’t available on the Q5, it requires you to depend on a temporary spare, which has mileage and speed limitations, or roadside assistance and a tow-truck.
Suspension and Handling
The 4Runner offers an optional automatic rear load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The Q5 doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.
For better maneuverability, the 4Runner’s turning circle is .7 feet tighter than the Q5’s (37.4 feet vs. 38.1 feet).
Passenger Space
The 4Runner offers optional seating for 7 passengers; the Q5 can only carry 5.
The 4Runner has .3 inches more front shoulder room, .1 inches more rear headroom and .8 inches more rear shoulder room than the Q5.
Cargo Capacity
The 4Runner’s cargo area provides more volume than the Q5.
4Runner
Q5
Third Seat Folded
36.6 cubic feet
n/a
Third Seat Removed
42.1 cubic feet
19.1 cubic feet
Second Seat Folded
75.1 cubic feet
55 cubic feet
The 4Runner’s rear cargo window opens separately from the rest of the liftgate door to allow quicker loading of small packages. The Q5’s rear cargo window doesn’t open.
Towing
The 4Runner’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the Q5’s (5000 vs. 4400 pounds). Maximum trailer towing in the Audi Q5 is only 4400 pounds. The 4Runner offers up to a 7300 lbs. towing capacity.
Servicing Ease
A maintenance reminder system is standard on the 4Runner to save the owner time and money by calculating maintenance intervals based on odometer mileage. This takes the guesswork out of keeping your vehicle in top condition and helps it last longer. Audi doesn’t offer a maintenance reminder on the Q5.
Ergonomics
The 4Runner offers an optional 115 volt a/c outlet in the center console, allowing you to recharge a laptop or run small household appliances without special adapters which can break or get misplaced. The Q5 doesn’t offer a house-current electrical outlet.
Model Availability
The 4Runner is available in both rear wheel drive and four wheel drive configurations. The Q5 doesn't offer a two wheel drive configuration.
Recommendations
Consumer Reports® recommends the Toyota 4Runner, based on reliability, safety and performance.
Safety
For enhanced safety, the front and middle seat shoulder belts of the Toyota 4Runner have pretensioners to tighten the seatbelts and eliminate dangerous slack in the event of a collision and force limiters to limit the pressure the belts will exert on the passengers. The Audi Q5 doesn’t offer pretensioners for the middle seat belts.
Both the 4Runner and the Q5 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, head airbags, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding and available all wheel drive.
Warranty
Toyota’s powertrain warranty covers the 4Runner 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than Audi covers the Q5. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Coverage on the Q5 ends after only 4 years or 50,000 miles.
There are almost 5 times as many Toyota dealers as there are Audi dealers, which makes it much easier to get service under the 4Runner’s warranty.
Engine
The 4Runner’s standard 4.0 DOHC V6 produces 23 lbs.-ft. more torque (266 vs. 243) than the Q5’s 3.2 DOHC V6. The 4Runner’s optional 4.7 DOHC V8 produces 63 lbs.-ft. more torque (306 vs. 243) than the Q5’s 3.2 DOHC V6.
For more instantaneous acceleration and better engine flexibility in any gear, the 4Runner’s engines produce their peak horsepower at lower RPM’s than the Q5:
Horsepower
4Runner 4.0 DOHC V6
5200 RPM
4Runner 4.7 DOHC V8
5400 RPM
Q5 3.2 DOHC V6
6500 RPM
Fuel Economy and Range
The 4Runner has 3.2 gallons more fuel capacity than the Q5 (23 vs. 19.8 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.
Tires and Wheels
For better traction, the 4Runner has larger tires than the Q5 (265/65R17 vs. 235/60R18). The 4Runner’s optional tires are larger than the largest tires available on the Q5 (265/65R17 vs. 255/45R20).
The Toyota 4Runner’s wheels have 6 lugs for longer wheel bearing life, less chance of rotor warping and greater strength. The Audi Q5 only has 5 wheel lugs per wheel.
The 4Runner has a standard full size spare tire so your trip isn’t interrupted by a flat. A full size spare isn’t available on the Q5, it requires you to depend on a temporary spare, which has mileage and speed limitations, or roadside assistance and a tow-truck.
Suspension and Handling
The 4Runner offers an optional automatic rear load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The Q5 doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.
For better maneuverability, the 4Runner’s turning circle is .7 feet tighter than the Q5’s (37.4 feet vs. 38.1 feet).
Passenger Space
The 4Runner offers optional seating for 7 passengers; the Q5 can only carry 5.
The 4Runner has .3 inches more front shoulder room, .1 inches more rear headroom and .8 inches more rear shoulder room than the Q5.
Cargo Capacity
The 4Runner’s cargo area provides more volume than the Q5.
4Runner
Q5
Third Seat Folded
36.6 cubic feet
n/a
Third Seat Removed
42.1 cubic feet
19.1 cubic feet
Second Seat Folded
75.1 cubic feet
55 cubic feet
The 4Runner’s rear cargo window opens separately from the rest of the liftgate door to allow quicker loading of small packages. The Q5’s rear cargo window doesn’t open.
Towing
The 4Runner’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the Q5’s (5000 vs. 4400 pounds). Maximum trailer towing in the Audi Q5 is only 4400 pounds. The 4Runner offers up to a 7300 lbs. towing capacity.
Servicing Ease
A maintenance reminder system is standard on the 4Runner to save the owner time and money by calculating maintenance intervals based on odometer mileage. This takes the guesswork out of keeping your vehicle in top condition and helps it last longer. Audi doesn’t offer a maintenance reminder on the Q5.
Ergonomics
The 4Runner offers an optional 115 volt a/c outlet in the center console, allowing you to recharge a laptop or run small household appliances without special adapters which can break or get misplaced. The Q5 doesn’t offer a house-current electrical outlet.
Model Availability
The 4Runner is available in both rear wheel drive and four wheel drive configurations. The Q5 doesn't offer a two wheel drive configuration.
Recommendations
Consumer Reports® recommends the Toyota 4Runner, based on reliability, safety and performance.
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