X5 is a better-looking vehicle, with better power, MPG, and APP, with a maintenance plan included for the first 36 months or 40k miles. While the Q8 has better long-term reliability and better tech the APP is very limited compared to BMW and Mercedes. Q8 is a decent buy if you don't mind the "soccer mom look 🙂 For me, it's the X5 10 times out of 10.
That BMW runs the same engine Toyota uses in their Supra (B58 Inline 6). The X5 also ranked #1 this year in its class for Consumer Reports…. beating out both Lexus and Acura…… including in predicted reliability! These 2 things alone tell me BMW has really put some work into making this suv a lot more reliable. I would now buy this over any other luxury suv in is class.
Doubt it. All bmw suvs are made in Spartanburg, SC…and they are notorious for quality control. We’ve had two gens of the x5 since 2007 and they were both plagued with terrible quality control and reliability. If only they made it in Germany for North America..
@@BenHillFinest the BMW X5 comes with a 3rd row as an option & it is the direct competitor to the Audi Q7 & Mercedes GLE. The X7 goes up against against the Mercedes GLS & upcoming Audi Q9. You can simply Google this information to confirm.
I have head up display on my Audi (Prestige package), but I do not even look at it. After 50+ years of driving without it, I am used to looking at the dash.
I have always held a stereotype about BMW’s. I have thought about getting a bumper sticker that says “BMW makes great cars, but I am not a big enough jerk to drive one.” I know, I know, a stereotype. I like the looks of the Q8 more. I kind of lean toward the Audi brand; luxury with a chunk of get up and go, vs the BMW being a bit rougher in terms of the ride. I could well be wrong as I have yet to test a X5. No run flats for me, so I am glad BMW is moving away from those. I do know about the reliability of the BMW brand is now excellent, but so far Audi’s have never given me a lick of trouble. 🤞
I have run flats on my X5 and it’s such a smooth ride. I don’t know why people keep saying that’s a rough ride. I have zero issues with them. The bmw is a lot more sporty feeling compared to the Audi. Both are great options though. I have an Audi too, but had to pick the X5 over the Q8.
Both very nice. Bmw will have a little extra power. I would go with the X5 50e, for some 40 miles of electric range plus huge gains in power (close to 500hp, a lot of torque too)
I was considering both and picked the Q8. The BMW interior felt off. As if it were designed by a kid with a vague idea of what a luxury interior should look like but wanted something to "look cool." The result in my view was definitely not cool. The Q8 felt more spacious and definitely a lot more luxurious. On the outside I felt that the Audi looked a bit more timeless and is less likely to look dated in a few years (which is ironic since it hasn't changed in five years) compared to new BMW designs. I also preferred a more comfort-oriented suspension especially since the Q8 has plenty of power to give when I want sportiness. I'm obviously biased since I ended up buying the Q8 but I definitely think BMW should "grow up" a bit is the word that comes to mind. The BMW has been my dream car since childhood but every time I've been put in a position to buy one, it just seemed to fall short (Q8 vs. X5/6 in 2024, and X1 vs. Volvo XC40 in 2021)
Thanks for sharing, I went with the BMW because I think it looks much better and the interior has a nicer layout. Coming from an R8 owner, I liked the X5 way more. Both are great options though, but I wouldn’t say the bmw needs to “grow up”… Looks are subjective, so everyone will have a different view, but both are nice options depending on what the buyer will enjoy.
@@BrosFOURRSpeedThey didn’t remove it. I adjusted the rear controls yesterday in my 2024 X5 with the four zone climate controls because my kid left the rear fan on full blast. It’s a little buried in the climate app, but you can adjust all the rear climate controls and even lock them so your kids don’t leave the fan on full blas.
Your video narrative is wild. You state the X5 40i has a hybrid motor (it does not). FYI….The BMW X5 50e hybrid (with electric motor) is 483hp and 516 lbft
X5 is a better-looking vehicle, with better power, MPG, and APP, with a maintenance plan included for the first 36 months or 40k miles. While the Q8 has better long-term reliability and better tech the APP is very limited compared to BMW and Mercedes. Q8 is a decent buy if you don't mind the "soccer mom look 🙂 For me, it's the X5 10 times out of 10.
Great comparison, exactly what I was looking for
Glad it was helpful!
That BMW runs the same engine Toyota uses in their Supra (B58 Inline 6). The X5 also ranked #1 this year in its class for Consumer Reports…. beating out both Lexus and Acura…… including in predicted reliability! These 2 things alone tell me BMW has really put some work into making this suv a lot more reliable. I would now buy this over any other luxury suv in is class.
Doubt it. All bmw suvs are made in Spartanburg, SC…and they are notorious for quality control. We’ve had two gens of the x5 since 2007 and they were both plagued with terrible quality control and reliability. If only they made it in Germany for North America..
Audi QS8 for me please! Love it!
X5 vs Q7 would be a better comparison IMO & X6 vs Q8. Those are more direct competitors but great video nonetheless
Why? The X5 comes in a 2 row etc. This is the comparison I will be making
@@your_royal_highness X5 & Q7 are both full size SUVs where as the X6 & Q8 are both the "coupe" version of those cars. Direct competitors.
@@money_773if the Q7 has a third row and the X5 only has 2, how can they be direct competitors???? The Q7s competitor is an X7.
@@BenHillFinest the BMW X5 comes with a 3rd row as an option & it is the direct competitor to the Audi Q7 & Mercedes GLE. The X7 goes up against against the Mercedes GLS & upcoming Audi Q9. You can simply Google this information to confirm.
@@BenHillFinest the Q7, X5, & GLE are all mid-size SUV. The upcoming Q9, X7, & GLS are all full-size SUV.
I have head up display on my Audi (Prestige package), but I do not even look at it. After 50+ years of driving without it, I am used to looking at the dash.
Yeah I'm not the biggest fan of HUD anymore. I liked it when I first drove cars with it. But I wouldn't pay more to have it in a car
I have always held a stereotype about BMW’s. I have thought about getting a bumper sticker that says “BMW makes great cars, but I am not a big enough jerk to drive one.” I know, I know, a stereotype. I like the looks of the Q8 more. I kind of lean toward the Audi brand; luxury with a chunk of get up and go, vs the BMW being a bit rougher in terms of the ride. I could well be wrong as I have yet to test a X5. No run flats for me, so I am glad BMW is moving away from those. I do know about the reliability of the BMW brand is now excellent, but so far Audi’s have never given me a lick of trouble. 🤞
I have run flats on my X5 and it’s such a smooth ride. I don’t know why people keep saying that’s a rough ride. I have zero issues with them. The bmw is a lot more sporty feeling compared to the Audi. Both are great options though. I have an Audi too, but had to pick the X5 over the Q8.
Both very nice. Bmw will have a little extra power. I would go with the X5 50e, for some 40 miles of electric range plus huge gains in power (close to 500hp, a lot of torque too)
Good choice! I own the 45e lol!
BMW
x5 for sure
BMW X5
Q8
I was considering both and picked the Q8. The BMW interior felt off. As if it were designed by a kid with a vague idea of what a luxury interior should look like but wanted something to "look cool." The result in my view was definitely not cool. The Q8 felt more spacious and definitely a lot more luxurious. On the outside I felt that the Audi looked a bit more timeless and is less likely to look dated in a few years (which is ironic since it hasn't changed in five years) compared to new BMW designs. I also preferred a more comfort-oriented suspension especially since the Q8 has plenty of power to give when I want sportiness.
I'm obviously biased since I ended up buying the Q8 but I definitely think BMW should "grow up" a bit is the word that comes to mind. The BMW has been my dream car since childhood but every time I've been put in a position to buy one, it just seemed to fall short (Q8 vs. X5/6 in 2024, and X1 vs. Volvo XC40 in 2021)
Thanks for sharing, I went with the BMW because I think it looks much better and the interior has a nicer layout. Coming from an R8 owner, I liked the X5 way more.
Both are great options though, but I wouldn’t say the bmw needs to “grow up”…
Looks are subjective, so everyone will have a different view, but both are nice options depending on what the buyer will enjoy.
I'm confused. You keep saying Audi Q5. At least several times in the beginning of the video. But it's an Audi Q8..right?
I misspoke once, it’s a Q8.
@@BrosFOURRSpeed Actually you misspoke 4 times in your intro and early walk around. No disrespect, but replay your video.
@@gtl1010 Agree, but all good
Bmw oll day
Great option!
In my 2023 x5 I can adjust the rear climate from the front, weird they would remove it for 2024
Not too sure!
@@BrosFOURRSpeedThey didn’t remove it.
I adjusted the rear controls yesterday in my 2024 X5 with the four zone climate controls because my kid left the rear fan on full blast.
It’s a little buried in the climate app, but you can adjust all the rear climate controls and even lock them so your kids don’t leave the fan on full blas.
@@DumbDogIsDumb I can’t do that in my 2022 X5, it must be new then.
X5 doesn’t have that road presence , x3 almost looks the same. Audi q8 , u can’t miss it.
I’d disagree but buy what you enjoy. I love my X5.
So can you tell me is it a Q5 or Q5? really hard to follow
It’s a Q8 like the title states, I misspoke and didn’t catch that while editing..
It’s a Q8 😂
Yeah the Q8 is a nice SUV
@@BrosFOURRSpeedyou said it’s a “Q5 “ in the video but it’s a Q8 lol
@@paulm6316 yeah, obviously misspoke once,of course it’s a Q8
@@BrosFOURRSpeedlmao
q5? 😂😂😂 what's being compared here? wait, the went from a q5 to a q8? 😂😂😂 Good Lord
What?? It’s an X5 and Q8 in this video..
Why was there no video on Sunday
X5 vs Q5? What's wrong with you?
Those aren’t competitors..Q5 is similar in size to the X3…I made that comparison as well.
@@BrosFOURRSpeed Just watch the video - you're keep saying about Q5.
@@wizardofoz220 I misspoke, it happens, clearly it’s not a Q5.
X5 and Q7 comparison and X6 vs Q8. I guess he called the Audi Q5. He needs work
Hu? X5 and x6 are the same, just different exterior shape, so this works as well.
Your video narrative is wild. You state the X5 40i has a hybrid motor (it does not). FYI….The BMW X5 50e hybrid (with electric motor) is 483hp and 516 lbft
When did I state that?
It's a mild-hybrid. Meaning a 48volt assist. Not a plug-in hybrid.
The Q8 would be more comparable to the x6. The X5 to the Q7. But Audi would come out even better in those comparisons.
Yeah, didn’t have an X6, it’s the same car, just a bit different in back.
@@BrosFOURRSpeed no problem- you guys are making better and better videos.
@@golfbuddy1969 Glad you enjoy them! I’ll have to redo it if I can find both at the same time!
Funny he said Q5 more than once but it's obviously a Q8.
Yeah, missed that somehow, oh well..
Why you talking q5 and got it as q8 in the title
Because the actual vehicle is a Q8…I misspoke and called it a Q5..
Why do you keep calling is a Q5!!??
I misspoke a few times, it was an accident..
Where is audi q5 here 0:14
I misspoke, made a mistake…it’s a Q8 like the title and badge say..