Your family needs a new and more adventurous way to explore Burlington, South Burlington, and Essex Junction. The Audi Q5 and the Honda Pilot are two utility vehicles you may be considering. The former is a luxury SUV and the latter, a crossover SUV. Which one will power your daily drive?
See these vehicles go head to head in our car comparison! Decide whether the Audi or the Honda SUV will serve your needs best on the road-and contact us at Audi South Burlington to learn more.
Q5 vs Pilot: A Turbocharged Performance
The 2019 Q5 and the Pilot are both powered by incredibly robust engines. The main difference? The engine under the hood of the Audi SUV is turbocharged. This 2.0L TFSI® 4-cylinder engine offers 273 lb-ft of torque, perfect for fast acceleration. The Pilot's V6 engine falls just short with 262 lb-ft of torque.
You don't want to find yourself slipping and sliding on snow-covered roads in the winter. Luckily, these SUVs offer all-wheel drive. In the Pilot's case, AWD is an available option. By contrast, the Audi Q5 has the quattro® all-wheel drive system standard on every trim level.
With Audi drive select, you can take charge of the road ahead with five selectable driving modes. It's one feature unique to the Audi Q5-you won't find this level of customization on the Honda Pilot.
Advanced Infotainment Technology
Wouldn't it be great if you could access your messages, maps, and music in one place? The Audi Q5 and the Honda Pilot make it possible via their infotainment systems. Audi MMI® and its Honda counterpart offer smartphone and navigation features to keep you connected. Â
For instance, you can use Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™ to access your smartphone apps. Integrated navigation offers voice-guided, turn-by-turn directions to your destination. The Audi Q5 goes above and beyond with access to Google Earth™ mapping via the Audi virtual cockpit!
The Audi Q5 also offers MMI® all-in-touch with handwriting recognition capability. You can write your command with the tip of your finger on the touchpad. It's another feature that the Honda Pilot doesn't offer.
Interior Features: A Cabin with Style
The 2019 Q5 interior and the Pilot interior are spacious. Split-folding rear seats allow them to be configured for cargo carrying and people moving alike. However, the Audi SUV has a real leg up where style is concerned.
Set the mood for your adventure in the Audi Q5 with ambient LED interior lighting! You can heat things up with Impulse Red or choose a cooler vibe with Maritime Blue. Light up your vehicle's most compelling characteristics, from the real wood accents to the leather seats.
The Honda Pilot makes leather seats available, but it lacks the other luxury-level features of the Audi Q5.
Is the Audi Q5 or Honda Pilot the Better Buy?
We hope that Burlington, South Burlington, and Essex Junction car shoppers found this comparison helpful! We want to help you make a more informed car-buying decision. Now that you've read about them, do you prefer the 2019 Audi Q5 or the Honda Pilot?
While both SUVs make for reliable daily drivers, the Audi Q5 offers the technology and comforts that only a luxury SUV can. Take a test drive here at Audi South Burlington and see the Q5 in action today!