Audi Q5 vs Cadillac Optiq

The Audi Q5 starts from $80,900 before on-road costs, while the Cadillac Optiq opens at $80,000. That makes the Cadillac Optiq the more affordable entry point by $900.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $88,990 and $88,000 respectively.

The Cadillac Optiq qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Audi Q5, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

The Audi Q5 features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Cadillac Optiq gets a 33-inch display and 33-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q5 stands out with Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the Cadillac Optiq. The Cadillac Optiq counters with head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and AKG audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Audi Q5 uses a 4-cylinder inline petrol with turbocharging and MHEV plus technology producing 150kW and 340Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed s tronic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.6 seconds.

The Cadillac Optiq responds with a Electric making 224kW and 480Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.6 seconds.

The Cadillac Optiq has the clear power advantage at 224kW vs 150kW. In the real-world sprint, the Cadillac Optiq is 4.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Audi Q5 measures 4,717mm long on a 2,820mm wheelbase, 236mm shorter than the Cadillac Optiq at 4,953mm (3,000mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Cadillac Optiq generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 520L in the Audi Q5 and 500L in the Cadillac Optiq, giving the Audi Q5 a 20L advantage.

For towing, the Cadillac Optiq leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q5) vs 5 years / 150,000km (Cadillac Optiq). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Audi Q5)—.