Audi Q5 vs Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Audi Q5 starts from $80,900 before on-road costs, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 opens at $76,200. That makes the Hyundai IONIQ 5 the more affordable entry point by $4,700.

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 $83,820 respectively.

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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.

Both the Audi Q5 and Hyundai IONIQ 5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Audi Q5 packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 7 in the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Audi Q5 and 7 in the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

The Audi Q5 features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q5 stands out with Bang & Olufsen audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 counters with head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats, V2L and Bose 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 responds with a Electric making 168kW and 350Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds.

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has the clear power advantage at 168kW vs 150kW. In the real-world sprint, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is 0.1s 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, 82mm longer than the Hyundai IONIQ 5 at 4,635mm (3,000mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai IONIQ 5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 520L in the Audi Q5 and 527L in the Hyundai IONIQ 5, giving the Hyundai IONIQ 5 a 7L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q5 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 400kg 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 / 999,999km (Hyundai IONIQ 5). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Audi Q5)—.