Lexus GX Premium vs Audi Q5 SQ5

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 studio car image
Audi

Q5 SQ5

2026 · Petrol Suv

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Audi Q5 SQ5 4.7 s Runner-up: 6.5 s
Power winner Audi Q5 SQ5 362 hp Runner-up: 349 hp
Cargo winner Audi Q5 SQ5 520 L Runner-up: 375 L
Price winner Audi Q5 SQ5 $58,600 Runner-up: $65,975

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Lexus GX Premium against the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.7 seconds, compared with 6.5 seconds for 2025 Lexus GX Premium. 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the higher listed output at 362 hp; 2025 Lexus GX Premium is rated at 349 hp, a difference of 13 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Lexus GX Premium at 650 Nm and 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 at 550 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the lower recorded consumption at 8.8 L/100km; 2025 Lexus GX Premium is listed at 12.0 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 520 litres versus 375 litres, a difference of 145 litres. 2025 Lexus GX Premium carries the higher towing rating at 3,175 kg, while 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 is listed at 2,400 kg. 2025 Lexus GX Premium is 250 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the lower listed starting price at $58,600, compared with $65,975 for 2025 Lexus GX Premium. 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Lexus GX Premium2025 Audi Q5 SQ52026
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s4.7 s
Top Speed185 km/h250 km/h
Power349 hp362 hp
Torque650 Nm550 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank87 L65 L
Efficiency12 L/100km8.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions274 g/km200 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,950 mm4,700 mm
Ground Clearance206 mm192 mm
Cargo375 L520 L
Curb Weight2,445 kg1,900 kg
Towing3,175 kg2,400 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle12.4 m11.8 m
Starting MSRP$65,975$58,600

Lexus GX Premium vs Audi Q5 SQ5 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Lexus GX Premium or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.7 seconds, versus 6.5 seconds for 2025 Lexus GX Premium.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Lexus GX Premium or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 185 km/h (115 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Lexus GX Premium or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has more power at 362 hp, a 13 hp advantage over 2025 Lexus GX Premium.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Lexus GX Premium or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has more listed cargo space at 520 litres (18.4 cu ft), versus 375 litres (13.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Lexus GX Premium or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2025 Lexus GX Premium has the higher listed towing capacity at 3,175 kg (7,000 lb), compared with 2,400 kg (5,291 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Lexus GX Premium or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2025 Lexus GX Premium is heavier at 2,445 kg (5,390 lb), while 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 is listed at 1,900 kg (4,189 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Lexus GX Premium or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $58,600 USD, compared with $65,975 USD for 2025 Lexus GX Premium. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Lexus GX Premium or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.