Lux-UV Comparison: Audi Q5, BMW X3, & Mercedes GLK
Three compact all-weather vehicles with distinct personalities and semi-lofty pricetags
Which of these three is best for you?
First, know that each of these three compact luxury SUVs has been introduced or revamped in the past two years. The BMW X3 was refreshed in 2008 with an improved ride and a smoother shape; the Audi Q5 emerged brand-new in 2009; and the Mercedes-Benz GLK arrived late last year as a 2010 model. They're state of the art, in the small-luxury-ute segment. They're similar in size, equipment, and mission, too. Each of these compact SUVs has a six- cylinder engine, an automatic transmission, and available four-wheel drive (it's standard on the Q5 and X3, an option on the GLK).
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