Verdict
At 5,070 mm long and with seven seats, the Tank 500 is the family-hauling choice, yet its quoted 98-litre boot is far smaller than the Q5’s 520 litres. The Tank’s 241 hp, 380 Nm petrol engine and 105-hp motor exceed the Audi’s 196 hp and 340 Nm, while all-wheel drive separates it from front-wheel drive. The Audi counters with seven airbags, a 7-speed S tronic and a more manageable 4,717-mm footprint. For five people and luggage, it is the neater fit; the Tank suits buyers needing a third row and a six-year warranty.
Pick the Audi Q5 if you carry five people, need its 520-litre boot and prefer a 4,717-mm SUV with seven airbags.
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive, stronger 241 hp and 380 Nm outputs, plus a six-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; GWM Tank 500 RM328,800.
- Power and torque: Audi Q5 196 hp and 340 Nm; GWM Tank 500 241 hp and 380 Nm, plus a 105-hp/268-Nm motor.
- Driveline: Audi Q5 front-wheel drive; GWM Tank 500 all-wheel drive.
- Seating and boot space: Audi Q5 five seats and 520 litres; GWM Tank 500 seven seats and 98 litres.
- Size: Audi Q5 is 4,717 mm long and 1,669 mm tall; GWM Tank 500 is 5,070 mm long and 1,905 mm tall.
- Warranty: Audi Q5 has a two-year unlimited-mileage warranty; GWM Tank 500 has six years unlimited mileage plus an eight-year/200,000-km high-voltage battery…
Q5
- 520-litre boot space for five-seat use
- Seven airbags, including a front-centre airbag
- Digital Matrix LED headlamps, OLED tail lamps and hands-free powered boot
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tank 500’s all-wheel drive
- Only five seats versus seven
- Two-year warranty versus six years
Tank 500
- Seven seats and 50:50 power-folding third row
- 241 hp, 380 Nm and all-wheel drive
- Ventilated, massaging front seats and panoramic glass roof
- 98-litre boot space versus the Q5’s 520 litres
- Six airbags versus the Q5’s seven
- Manual boot instead of the Q5’s contactless powered boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM352,900 | RM328,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 196 hp at 4,300 rpm | 241 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 340 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 380 Nm at 1,700 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 268 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1.75 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 9 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 5,070 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,934 mm |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 98 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 265/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 265/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental CrossContact RX |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED Headlights | Projector LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Q5 vs Tank 500 FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or GWM Tank 500 better?
The Audi Q5 is better for five occupants and luggage, thanks to its 520-litre boot and shorter 4,717-mm body. The GWM Tank 500 is better for seven-seat duty, all-wheel drive and stronger 241 hp/380 Nm outputs.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 costs RM352,900 and the GWM Tank 500 costs RM328,800, so the Audi is RM24,100 more expensive.
Which has the longer warranty?
The GWM Tank 500 has the longer cover: six years with unlimited mileage, plus an eight-year/200,000-km high-voltage battery warranty. The Audi Q5 has a two-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
