In combination with its 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission, the willing engine enables the Q5 to zip from zero to 60 mph in less than six seconds, according to Audi's own test results. Its 2.0-liter 4-cylinder TFSI (turbocharged) engine offers 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. When it comes to the power quotient, the Q5's powertrain is right there with its competitors. Still, the Q5 has a great deal in common with the X3 and GLC. This edition of quattro enables the front-wheels to drive the vehicle a high percentage of the time, giving it a bit of a different driving demeanor than its two German-brand rivals. Unlike the Mercedes-Benz GLC and the BMW X3, the base Audi Q5 is equipped with quattro all-wheel-drive. The Audi Q5 offers handsome exterior style and standard quattro all-wheel drive. Both the rear-drive base model and more costly all-wheel-drive versions maintain that special BMW handling feel. The X3's 248-horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine backed by an 8-speed automatic transmission offers plenty of acceleration. The crossover certainly doesn't skimp performance, and at the wheel, you often have to remind yourself you're not in a 3 Series sedan. The X3 is assembled in Spartanburg, SC, but the vehicle's German heritage permeates every sinew. The 5-passenger X3 offers 3-zone automatic climate control with separate temperature settings for the rear compartment. Occupants will like the interior space they share as well. One knock against previous-generation X3s was the claim they made sacrifices in utility in favor of performance, but the current X3 offers more cargo space than any other vehicle on this stellar list. Many of us who review cars for a living believe the X3 is the most fun-to-drive model in the class. And that's good news for those in the audience who want both a degree of utility and more than the usual share of driving fun. For example, the popular BMW X3 is based on the same platform as the BMW 3 Series sedan. While on the sedan side, BMW model nomenclature has become a bit confusing of late, on the crossover SUV side things are much clearer. The worse the conditions, the more you’ll feel like you’re getting your money’s worth.The BMW X3 combines inimitable BMW handling with a high degree of utility. Largely, that’s because of what feels like some careful attention to how they feel, respond to, and support drivers across a wide range of conditions. So, whether cautious or spirited winter driving is the order of the day, XC40 drivers are well backed up.Įnd of the day, the BMW X5 and Volvo XC40 both earn a permanent place in my memory banks as winter driving champs. Other systems are recalibrated to turn in a livelier and more responsive feel, and the XC40 has some downright sporty reflexes that enthusiast drivers will enjoy on snow-covered backroads. My tester’s turbo-four was virtually invisible in gentle driving, but Dynamic mode stirs things up, keeping humorous levels of torque at the tips of the driver’s toes. Or, use the Dynamic drive mode, and the XC40’s excitable side surfaces. If you’re running good winter tires and being a careful and reasonable driver, XC40 feels more securely fastened to the road than its small stature might suggest. There’s nothing to think about here: just keep your eyes up, focus on your steering, and let the machine do the work. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
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