GMC Yukon XL vs Audi Q5

2016 GMC Yukon XL
2016 GMC Yukon XL
$51,015MSRP
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2026 Audi Q5
2026 Audi Q5
$52,800MSRP
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2016 GMC Yukon XL
$51,015MSRP
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2026 Audi Q5
$52,800MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2000-Present

Years produced

2009-Present

MSRP

$51,015

MSRP

$52,800

Listings

993

Listings

2801

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

6.7 out of 10

Pros

  • Intuitive infotainment

  • Refined ride and confident performance

  • Good amount of standard equipment

Cons

  • Cheap interior materials

  • Ergonomic issues

  • High price

Reviews Summary

Reviews Summary

A year into its third generation, the Audi Q5 comes out swinging with screens, screens, and more screens in an attempt to hold its position as one of the bestselling compact luxury SUVs in North America. Audi customers and car enthusiasts, however, have panned the company's shift to a derivative exterior design and subpar interior materials. With thousands of test kilometres logged in Q5 models dating back to the first generation, we came to this Q5 review with an open yet highly critical mind, especially considering our Technik test car’s more than $70,000 asking price.

Verdict: Competent but not compelling, the Q5 meets expectations without setting the bar like it did in previous generations.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle

Engine

2.0L 268 hp I4

Drivetrain

4X2

Drivetrain

AWD

Seating Capacity

9

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

355 hp @ 5600 rpm

Horsepower

MPG City

16

MPG City

21

MPG Highway

23

MPG Highway

29
2016 GMC Yukon XL
2016 GMC Yukon XL
$51,015MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2026 Audi Q5
2026 Audi Q5
$52,800MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2016 GMC Yukon XL
$51,015MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2026 Audi Q5
$52,800MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
2000-Present
2009-Present
MSRP
$51,015
$52,800
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.6

4.7

Expert reviews

6.7 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Intuitive infotainment

  • Refined ride and confident performance

  • Good amount of standard equipment

Cons

  • Cheap interior materials

  • Ergonomic issues

  • High price

Summary

A year into its third generation, the Audi Q5 comes out swinging with screens, screens, and more screens in an attempt to hold its position as one of the bestselling compact luxury SUVs in North America. Audi customers and car enthusiasts, however, have panned the company's shift to a derivative exterior design and subpar interior materials. With thousands of test kilometres logged in Q5 models dating back to the first generation, we came to this Q5 review with an open yet highly critical mind, especially considering our Technik test car’s more than $70,000 asking price.

Verdict: Competent but not compelling, the Q5 meets expectations without setting the bar like it did in previous generations.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle
2.0L 268 hp I4
Drivetrain
4X2
AWD
Seating Capacity
9
5
Horsepower
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
MPG City
16
21
MPG Highway
23
29
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