For many families that have "run into the well-off", they will regard the luxury brand medium-sized SUV as the first choice when buying or changing to a new car. In terms of sales, the BBA with a more mass base has become the final choice for most families. And their "street car" attributes may be difficult to meet the pursuit of personality of some people, so in addition to these three German brands, are there other models worth paying attention to? Perhaps the theme of lexus NX vs Audi Q5L can reveal the answer for you.
Lexus' new generation of NX was officially launched at the Guangzhou Auto Show last year, launching a total of 10 models of traditional fuel version and hybrid version, with a manufacturer guidance price of 31.88-54.88; Audi Q5L is equipped with a high and low power version of the 2.0T engine, providing 8 models to choose from, and the manufacturer guidance price is 39.68-48.70 million yuan. This theme selected two models, the NX 350h front-drive Chuangyue Edition priced at 386,800 yuan and the Q5L 40T luxury elegant model priced at 415,800 yuan. Because the former has just been listed, the current price is relatively firm, and Q5L now has a certain discount, so the terminal price of the two is relatively close, and there is a certain reference value.
Exterior design review: Lexus NX and Audi Q5L have a very different style in design, overall, although the new generation of NX does not have too sharp lines, but still uses a large number of black kits to continue the previous dynamic and vitality. In contrast, the Q5L looks more calm, and the lead in body size also makes it look more imposing.
After talking about the appearance part, let's enter the interior and configuration comparison session to see what kind of strength the Toyota model, which has been criticized in the interior, can show in the face of Audi, which pays more attention to science and technology.
Interior design and configuration comments: From the overall interior design, the new NX and Audi Q5L basically belong to the same level, and the two are basically inseparable. However, in terms of configuration, the NX 350h Chuangyue Edition of this comparison has a perfect L2 level of driving assistance functions, while the Q5L all need to be paid for optional, and the price of the optional is not low, in addition, NX has more advantages in passive. However, Q5L is better in the technical configuration such as instruments, central control screens and panoramic sunroofs.
After introducing the configuration section, the next step is to the space comparison link. I believe that for consumers who buy mid-size SUVs, there are certain requirements for the practicality of the whole vehicle and the comfort of multi-member riding, so how do NX and Q5L perform in this regard? Let's move on.
Ride space review: In a comprehensive comparison, the gap between the new NX and Q5L in the ride space is not as huge as the objective size reflects. The performance of the two cars in the front head space is basically the same. In the rear head seating space, the NX is even better. But legroom is more advantageous for Q5L, and the advantages brought by the extension are obvious.
Editor's summary: After this comparison, it is not difficult to find that the difference between Lexus NX and Audi Q5L is not limited to the design and brand level, and the two cars also have great differences in product personality. The NX 350h Chuangyue Edition has richer driving assistance functions and safety configurations, although it is far less abundant than Q5L in optional items, but it can basically meet the needs of use. The Q5L has more seating space and is also equipped with a four-wheel drive system. So overall, NX is more suitable for consumers who do not have high space requirements, but have higher requirements for personality and driver assistance systems, and prefer hybridization. The performance of Q5L is more balanced and gives consumers more choice.