We prefer the SQ7...better daily driver, great power with just ok fuel economy. I am a BMW guy but we have owned almost as many Audi's and the third seat is a factor for us when we are with 6 adults going out to eat. The Q7 feels larger inside and has more head and legroom. Lastly the quatro set up has proven to be more responsive and easier getting us through the snow when it is nasty out.
I actually have a 21 X5 M50i and do have the air suspension and the rear wheel steering... It's amazing. I drove the Audi and Mercedes and they just didn't have the feel of the BMW. It wasn't even close.
Got the SQ7 atfer comparing both. It's a family car first, more room, more comfy, low rider (looks like a big wagon when dropped). Sound is quite.....surprising. Value was better also when equipped similar. In Canada the SQ7 has tons of standard features that are optionnal elsewhere.
Great review.. the candor is very much welcomed! I just bought the Q7 and yes it may not turn eyes as quickly as the BMW but the ride and tech is undeniable!
I believe this is the first comparison review of the two SUVs. Great job! As I was cross shopping these two a few months ago, I couldn't agree more on the points you made in the video. I could have chosen the X5 M50i if I could opt for dynamic handling package and air suspension at the same time, but sadly not. So I ended up with the SQ7 for more rear leg room, adjustable second row and better ride quality. And with active roll bar and sport differential, it behaves amazingly well in corners. For that price tag, SQ7 is the most budget friendly yet most practical car to have the V8 TFSI engine. Paying less but getting better acceleration numbers than a Cayenne GTS, the dual touch screens are no longer that terrible to live with.
Dude you are right with your choice. I have owned a x5 40i 2020 for two years and I can tell that the air suspension is not sporty at all. The worst thing is that the air suspension is not compatible with rear wheel steering. As a result I traded x5 for a sq7 with sport package on.
VW guy since my teens, I would never buy an Audi especially an SUV/SAV. The BMW X5 M50i is probably one of BMW's best vehicles, it blends so many things together very well.
Just drove both within the last month. The X5 is just a better overall ride. The transmission is hands down better and the acceleration definitely wins. Audi looks great and rides nice, but the interior is just not as good.
Totally lost your mind. The 2021 SQ7 fully loaded is much better. The bmw is legit 2 seconds slower 0-60 also. The sq8 is a more direct comparison but bmw fan boys need not make reviews. I have owned both and audi wins. Every time.
@@dcutting9 the m50i is 4.1-4.3 seconds 0.60 NOT 3.9. The m50i is not a X5M or Comp. The SQ7/8 is actually the same 0-60 range but want more comfortable of a daily driver. I still prefer my R8 as a daily but it is what it is.
Great review. These two cars are in my top 5 for my next ride. Strangely, my experience regarding steering feel has been the opposite. I found the SQ7 to have no road feel at all through the steering wheel. I found the opposite to be true on the BMW X5 M50i. My experience driving the BMW was a connected and tactile experience. The BMW had solid road feel through the steering wheel. That said, Great review. Look forward to your future videos.
I prefer the Audi. Audis are excellent for road trips. They are super comfortable and low profile classy. I love driving BMWs too and they do have that peppery feel. But for the long haul and comfortability since I am old, I will stick with the Audi. I had a 335i and an RS5. Currently I drive a Q5 and will definitely step up to an Q7 or SQ8. I do LOVE the look of the X5s and GLEs. But the Audi is so comfortable and the interior is solid quality.
I believe BMW dropped the third row in the X5 when the X7 came out so if you want seating for seven you have to get the bigger and heavier X7 (which is even more expensive). As far as styling, I'm older and I think the styling of the Audi is much sleeker looking instead of the boxy look of the BMW. To me, I like the more hunkered down look of the Audi. I would also like the smoother ride of the SQ7 in a $100,000 SUV for everyday driving, and I have read that with the sport differential and 4 wheel steering the handling is excellent. Again, since I am older I don't care for the murdered out look and the Audi looks great with the brushed silver trim.
theyre both missing some stuff. you can get the entire door in stitched nappa leather on the sq7 which he commented on being lower quality than hed like
Great work boys> I am trying to sort out which vehicle to get between these two rides. Funny I see it the same way yall do> I wish the I got more excited about the Audi.
LOVE DA BMW!! it's every day ease and fun. I have driven the X5 M 50i. It's a BEAST!!! Audi is torque-iee. But BMW is just so balanced. Thumbs down to BMW for not offering the integral Steering for X5 M50i. Laserlights are WORTH IT!!! I used them on the PA Turnpike ( If anyone knows that highway it's beautiful and OPEN; road FUN!! ) The night driving allowed me use the Laserlights. I know someone will say the Audi has the new digital lights, but I love the particle look of the BMW system. You are so amazing TAYLOR!!!!!!!
Great review. I agree that BMW will get more of a second look, more charismatic than the Audi. However, Audi offers more room and flexibility specially if you have kids and/or pets. More power to all of you.
Great review... totally agree with no steering feel and bumpy ride of the beemer. I’m impressed with the Audi, as you might figure a Porsche guy would... bravo!
Rented the new X5 over vacation while driving 4 days around Boston. If I had to summarize, it would not be difficult. As far as interior volume, not more than my Passat. As far as comfort, real good front seats but very uncomfortable second row seats. The NAV system needs an overhaul as it continually kept misleading us not only with directions but for some reason the exit numbers on the highway were not correct! We often opted for our much more reliable iPhone maps, which is not itself that great. We enjoyed the panoramic moonroof. The entertainment and controls were not intuitive. So what would be the point of owning an X5 over a Passat? Yes I dare ask, not much. Sure the stereo is nicer and it has more power, but its not more practical. Perhaps an X7. At least with the SQ7 you get third row seats.
I was in the same position a few months ago. The X5 just felt like a much nicer and better driving car. It has the illusion of being small when driven yet has all the space you need. The driver centric position makes it much more enjoyable than the Audi, which felt a little too tame for my likes.
Same last year. Audi felt too tame and controlled. X5 really gave me the feeling of being in control of both the engine and the car handling. Which makes it feel slightly less comfortable and smooth but so much more confident to drive. I'd think twice about pushing the Audi through that corner, while with the BMW there's no doubt in my mind it will rip through it no problem, even if they would technically perform the same, the feel is so different.
I myself got the 2020 M50i and I believe there is a another model below the m50i which is the 50i by it self. So 40i, 50i, M50i and finally the M, and M competition
great review...actually picked up the M50i earlier this week (before I watched this)...and boy am I happy with the purchase! The engine and feel on the road makes my heart flutter...was looking at the SQ7 but main reason I didn't go with it is because we already have the SQ5...first world problems lol (I know not the same, but just wanted variety as we were trading in an older X5)...all good tho, will probably trade up to the SQ7 when my wife gets tired of the 5!
Hi Fati! Yes, these are the standard, 20 inch all season wheel/tire setup for the X5 M50i. The performance setup, which has the 315s in the rear with summer tires and 21 or 22 inch tires is optional. Thanks for watching!
I compared these and went with the SQ7
We prefer the SQ7...better daily driver, great power with just ok fuel economy. I am a BMW guy but we have owned almost as many Audi's and the third seat is a factor for us when we are with 6 adults going out to eat. The Q7 feels larger inside and has more head and legroom. Lastly the quatro set up has proven to be more responsive and easier getting us through the snow when it is nasty out.
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I actually have a 21 X5 M50i and do have the air suspension and the rear wheel steering... It's amazing.
I drove the Audi and Mercedes and they just didn't have the feel of the BMW. It wasn't even close.
Great video! I just got the 2022 BMW X5 M50I executive package and its a rocket ship! Awesome all around vehicle
They are! I did a muffler delete on my M50i. It's aggressive when I want and pretty quiet when I want
Got the SQ7 atfer comparing both. It's a family car first, more room, more comfy, low rider (looks like a big wagon when dropped). Sound is quite.....surprising. Value was better also when equipped similar. In Canada the SQ7 has tons of standard features that are optionnal elsewhere.
Great review.. the candor is very much welcomed! I just bought the Q7 and yes it may not turn eyes as quickly as the BMW but the ride and tech is undeniable!
I believe this is the first comparison review of the two SUVs. Great job! As I was cross shopping these two a few months ago, I couldn't agree more on the points you made in the video. I could have chosen the X5 M50i if I could opt for dynamic handling package and air suspension at the same time, but sadly not. So I ended up with the SQ7 for more rear leg room, adjustable second row and better ride quality. And with active roll bar and sport differential, it behaves amazingly well in corners. For that price tag, SQ7 is the most budget friendly yet most practical car to have the V8 TFSI engine. Paying less but getting better acceleration numbers than a Cayenne GTS, the dual touch screens are no longer that terrible to live with.
Thanks for the kind words. Hope you’re enjoying the SQ7!!
The cayane gts drives better, and its sportier and more premium but it cost more.
Dude you are right with your choice. I have owned a x5 40i 2020 for two years and I can tell that the air suspension is not sporty at all. The worst thing is that the air suspension is not compatible with rear wheel steering. As a result I traded x5 for a sq7 with sport package on.
Nahh X5 is better, more power and visually appealing.
Great review fella's
Great Review. Like the way you guy did it more like a casual conversation. I think you should compare SQ7 with X7 M50I.
I paid 100k for X5 m50i just for that exhaust sound only...it's amazing to hear it in action.
Wow you never ride a gle 53 then 😂
@@reyjazz-u8pgle53 is v6 not v8
@@G0ddEityawesomei know but mercedes exhaust are awesome… i drove both
VW guy since my teens, I would never buy an Audi especially an SUV/SAV. The BMW X5 M50i is probably one of BMW's best vehicles, it blends so many things together very well.
This channel should be called BMW Fan Boys!
Just drove both within the last month. The X5 is just a better overall ride. The transmission is hands down better and the acceleration definitely wins. Audi looks great and rides nice, but the interior is just not as good.
Ordered a 22 X5 M50i. Can’t wait
Totally lost your mind. The 2021 SQ7 fully loaded is much better. The bmw is legit 2 seconds slower 0-60 also. The sq8 is a more direct comparison but bmw fan boys need not make reviews. I have owned both and audi wins. Every time.
@@brolic600lt The SQ8 is 2 seconds faster than the M50i’s 3.9 sec 0-60 (Car and Driver)?? LOL Okayyy
@@brolic600lt SQ7 even slower..
@@dcutting9 the m50i is 4.1-4.3 seconds 0.60 NOT 3.9. The m50i is not a X5M or Comp. The SQ7/8 is actually the same 0-60 range but want more comfortable of a daily driver. I still prefer my R8 as a daily but it is what it is.
Great review. These two cars are in my top 5 for my next ride.
Strangely, my experience regarding steering feel has been the opposite. I found the SQ7 to have no road feel at all through the steering wheel. I found the opposite to be true on the BMW X5 M50i. My experience driving the BMW was a connected and tactile experience. The BMW had solid road feel through the steering wheel.
That said, Great review. Look forward to your future videos.
Cause it’s not true, x5 is the best steering wheel experience.
I prefer the Audi. Audis are excellent for road trips. They are super comfortable and low profile classy. I love driving BMWs too and they do have that peppery feel. But for the long haul and comfortability since I am old, I will stick with the Audi. I had a 335i and an RS5. Currently I drive a Q5 and will definitely step up to an Q7 or SQ8. I do LOVE the look of the X5s and GLEs. But the Audi is so comfortable and the interior is solid quality.
Great review!
Thanks!!!
Audi SQ7 great car, best in its class! I want one!
I think the SQ7 should be going against the X7 M50i not the X5 , Great Review!!!
I believe BMW dropped the third row in the X5 when the X7 came out so if you want seating for seven you have to get the bigger and heavier X7 (which is even more expensive). As far as styling, I'm older and I think the styling of the Audi is much sleeker looking instead of the boxy look of the BMW. To me, I like the more hunkered down look of the Audi. I would also like the smoother ride of the SQ7 in a $100,000 SUV for everyday driving, and I have read that with the sport differential and 4 wheel steering the handling is excellent. Again, since I am older I don't care for the murdered out look and the Audi looks great with the brushed silver trim.
On another note, two other reviewers both got 0 to 60 times of 3.8 seconds and 12.3 in the quarter mile. Pretty impressive for a 5000 pound SUV!
Great video
Great review. Would love to hear your thoughts on the G63. Compare it with a Cayenne Turbo S perhaps?
I ordered my Nardo grey SQ7 yesterday.
nice review, thank yoг! but you forgot to compare the light at night as they differ, breaks
The Adaptive M Suspension Professional for 3.6K USD makes the BMW ride even better than the SQ7. A bit steep but now you have the best of both worlds.
theyre both missing some stuff. you can get the entire door in stitched nappa leather on the sq7 which he commented on being lower quality than hed like
Audi’s have dynamic steering, it hardens the more you push the car on turns
Black is hardest car paint color to keep clean.
Great work boys> I am trying to sort out which vehicle to get between these two rides. Funny I see it the same way yall do> I wish the I got more excited about the Audi.
Audi has a Luxury package which would give you extended leather package on the doors and such, in addition to massaging and ventilating seats
LOVE DA BMW!! it's every day ease and fun. I have driven the X5 M 50i. It's a BEAST!!! Audi is torque-iee. But BMW is just so balanced. Thumbs down to BMW for not offering the integral Steering for X5 M50i. Laserlights are WORTH IT!!! I used them on the PA Turnpike ( If anyone knows that highway it's beautiful and OPEN; road FUN!! ) The night driving allowed me use the Laserlights. I know someone will say the Audi has the new digital lights, but I love the particle look of the BMW system. You are so amazing TAYLOR!!!!!!!
Great review. I agree that BMW will get more of a second look, more charismatic than the Audi. However, Audi offers more room and flexibility specially if you have kids and/or pets. More power to all of you.
For me it’s d BMW M 50i .. you have to drive it to experience the power of M.. d ultimate driving machine…
Great review... totally agree with no steering feel and bumpy ride of the beemer. I’m impressed with the Audi, as you might figure a Porsche guy would... bravo!
Awesome!
BMW X5 it’s amazing,
Rented the new X5 over vacation while driving 4 days around Boston. If I had to summarize, it would not be difficult. As far as interior volume, not more than my Passat. As far as comfort, real good front seats but very uncomfortable second row seats. The NAV system needs an overhaul as it continually kept misleading us not only with directions but for some reason the exit numbers on the highway were not correct! We often opted for our much more reliable iPhone maps, which is not itself that great. We enjoyed the panoramic moonroof. The entertainment and controls were not intuitive. So what would be the point of owning an X5 over a Passat? Yes I dare ask, not much. Sure the stereo is nicer and it has more power, but its not more practical. Perhaps an X7. At least with the SQ7 you get third row seats.
I was in the same position a few months ago. The X5 just felt like a much nicer and better driving car. It has the illusion of being small when driven yet has all the space you need. The driver centric position makes it much more enjoyable than the Audi, which felt a little too tame for my likes.
Same last year. Audi felt too tame and controlled. X5 really gave me the feeling of being in control of both the engine and the car handling. Which makes it feel slightly less comfortable and smooth but so much more confident to drive. I'd think twice about pushing the Audi through that corner, while with the BMW there's no doubt in my mind it will rip through it no problem, even if they would technically perform the same, the feel is so different.
I myself got the 2020 M50i and I believe there is a another model below the m50i which is the 50i by it self. So 40i, 50i, M50i and finally the M, and M competition
Home boy is so BMW Bias it’s funny
The Bimmer blows the Audi away.
great review...actually picked up the M50i earlier this week (before I watched this)...and boy am I happy with the purchase! The engine and feel on the road makes my heart flutter...was looking at the SQ7 but main reason I didn't go with it is because we already have the SQ5...first world problems lol (I know not the same, but just wanted variety as we were trading in an older X5)...all good tho, will probably trade up to the SQ7 when my wife gets tired of the 5!
BMW number one in the world
We have the SQ7 and is hands down better than the BMW. But of course everyone is subject to there own opinion.:)
Driven both, nice cars but I much prefer the interior of current Mercedes
In essence if you have 85k ready to burn a hole in your pocket and your over 45 the Audi is the way and if your younger than 45 the bmw is the way lol
Those are not the standard rear wheels on the X5, they are 315 standard, these clearly are not.
Hi Fati! Yes, these are the standard, 20 inch all season wheel/tire setup for the X5 M50i. The performance setup, which has the 315s in the rear with summer tires and 21 or 22 inch tires is optional. Thanks for watching!
The driver is cute.
drew you gotta talk faster
The Audi is quicker from 0 to 60 than the bmw
@@fatitigilo825 bro u have no clue the sq7 petrol was already measured 3.89 seconds to 100 km/h 4.8 seconds was the diesel version
Don’t argue with stupid people. SQ7/SQ8 is the way to go. Hands down.
@@brolic600lt the bmw has more horsepower has a better interior sure its slower than the sq7 but at least the m50i has a real exhaust unlike the sq7
@@lilhusain the sq5 has a fake exhaust lol. The sq7 and sq8 has a twin turbo v8, all real audio and performance there broski.
Sort of.. overused
Too much small talk and bs. condensing attitude….
terible review
you say umm way way umm to much
Great review!