Two brands, one mind

THE LIST OF SAFETY FEATURES RUNS LONG

BOTH THE AUDI and BMW come with extensive active safety tech, including AEB with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitor, lane-keep warning and assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, approaching traffic warning when turning right, hill-descent control, parking sensors, tyre pressure monitor, driver attention monitor, reverse camera, adaptive cruise control with stop/go capability, semiautonomous parking, stability control, traction control, anti-lock brakes, electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist. Both are fitted with eight airbags. The X3 also adds Front CrossTraffic Alert and run-flat tyres to its armoury, while the Q5 includes an excellent exit warning system to alert disembarking occupants of passing cyclists and vehicles.