The 2024 Lexus UX Hybrid and 2024 Audi Q5 are compelling SUVs on the market. If you’re looking for a sporty five-seat vehicle with a solid suite of tech and safety features, these two options should be on your list. The Audi Q5 has a standard MSRP of $45,300, while the Lexus UX is more affordable at just $35,101. The UX will also help you save money on gas thanks to its outstanding efficiency. Here’s what you should know about these options to compare your choices thoroughly and find the best vehicle for your needs.
Performance
The 2024 Lexus UX knocks it out of the park with its efficiency. Drivers enjoy this sleek hybrid SUV’s impressive 43 mpg city and 41 mpg highway fuel efficiency. A hybrid inline-four 2.0-liter engine drives this impressive performance. The front-wheel-drive UX rockets from zero to 60 mph in just 8.4 seconds and offers 181 horsepower. The all-wheel-drive option gets 41 mpg city and 38 mpg highway with an 8.6-second acceleration time from zero to 60 mph. Both options come with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission.
You’ll find the UX is a pleasure to drive with its best-in-class 17.1-foot turning radius. Select your drive mode from Sport, Normal, and ECO options to customize your experience and optimize efficiency and pure pleasure when you’re on the road.
The 2024 Audi Q5, by comparison, offers just 23 mpg city and 29 mpg highway. This SUV comes standard with a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four gas engine and seven-speed automatic transmission. Though the fuel economy is far less than in the UX, this engine offers 201 horsepower, slightly more than the Lexus. This engine accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 6.8 seconds. Also, you can upgrade to a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 261 horsepower for more power and even faster acceleration.
Interior
You can ride in complete comfort with eight-way power-adjustable front seats and dual-zone automatic climate control. Heated and ventilated front seats are available, offering optimal comfort in the UX. The F SPORT trims offer front seats with enhanced bolsters as well. In the back, you’ll find convenient 60/40 split folding seats and an adjustable rear cargo deck board, meaning you can configure the UX any way you like. The upper trim levels include additional luxuries, such as a power tilt-and-slide moonroof, auto-dimming rearview mirror, and performance-driven instrumentation.
The back seats in the Q5 split 40/20/40, which is a less conventional option but may offer more versatility if you don’t mind dealing with an additional seat section that you need to manipulate independently. The Audi Q5 offers optional comforts with the warm weather package, including ventilated front sport seats and rear sliding window shades.
Exterior
The 2024 Lexus UX has a sporty exterior with aggressive lines and a show-stopping front grille that’ll turn heads. This SUV’s sleek exterior receives significant upgrades with the F SPORT DESIGN trim, including 18-inch wheels, color-keyed over-fenders, an exclusive grille, and a dark chrome finished surround. The Lexus UX offers outstanding exterior functionality with available features like a power rear door with a kick sensor.
The exterior of the Audi Q5 is more understated, with smooth, flowing lines that blend in well wherever you go. If you want a sportier look, you can upgrade to the Black Optic Plus package, which includes a bicolor finish, red brake calipers, and 20-inch wheels with a five-arm cutter design.
The Audi Q5 is available in 11 colors, depending on your trim level. Meanwhile, the Lexus UX comes in a dozen exterior colors that vary with the trim. You can also explore seven interior color schemes in the UX, making this the top pick for aesthetics and customizability.
Safety
The new Lexus UX features a backup camera and the integrated Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, which comes with a full suite of safety features, including:
- All-speed dynamic radar cruise control.
- Pre-collision system with pedestrian detection.
- Lane departure alert with steering assist.
- Intelligent high beams.
- Lane tracing assist.
- Road sign assist.
The Audi Q5 offers select driver-assistance features as well, including:
- Park assist.
- Adaptive cruise control with active lane assist.
- Side assist.
- Audi pre sense city.
Though both vehicles are well-equipped to streamline your activities on the road, the Lexus UX has more robust offerings. The Audi also offers optional integration with the automaker’s app, which allows you to control and interact with your vehicle remotely from your smartphone or other device.
Technology
Fully connected, the 2024 Lexus UX is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Drive Connect with cloud navigation, destination assist, and intelligent assist are also available. You can control the car’s technology via the standard 8-inch or optional 12.3-inch touch screen. This SUV is ready to provide Wi-Fi via its AT&T hotspot and comes with up to 30 days of a 3GB trial for you to test out this tech. The vehicle also offers full Bluetooth connectivity and four USB-C ports.
The Audi Q5 boasts voice-controlled technology that’s intended to streamline functionality in the vehicle. However, reviewers report that this tech still needs some refining and only responds to strict prompts that are less than intuitive. It’s somewhat difficult to access the central touch screen, hindering functionality. The Audi Q5 features a top-view camera system that utilizes data from the vehicle’s other cameras to deliver a computer-generated birds-eye view of your vehicle, giving you a solid understanding of your surroundings.
Find the Right Fit for Your Family
If you’re ready to learn more about these top contenders, it’s time to take your new SUV for a test drive. Come visit our lot at Lexus of Stevens Creek in San Jose, California, to slide behind the wheel of the 2024 Lexus UX and discover more about this stellar hybrid option. We can help you compare all your choices so you head home with the right SUV for your family’s needs.
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