2019 Audi SQ5

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Rating8.7

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$52,400 - $62,100
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 1, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

It doesn't lack space

Bluetooth connection issue

New base Premium trim

The interior has top-quality appointments

Touchscreen hangs occasionally

Engine gets deduction of 5 horsepower

The suspensions dilutes bumps pretty well

Prestige trim comes with standard park assist

Audi side assist and Audi pre sense rear now comes under Convenience package

Specs & Features

$52,400

price

349 hp @ 5400 rpm

horsepower

369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2019 Audi SQ5 is a proud member of the compact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the BMW X3 M40i, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, and the Porsche Macan S. Spread across 3 trims, the SQ5 starts off at a base price of MSRP of $52,400 and carries on to $62,100. Its 3.0L turbocharged V6 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 349 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 5.3 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 4,400 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the SQ5 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 21 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 8.2 inches.

Buying Advice

We believe the new entry-level premium trim is a good place to start. It is loaded with features and you can always buy the Convenience Package for just $1500.

Trims

    Premium
    $52,400 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 349 hp @ 5400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg
    Premium Plus
    $52,400 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 349 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg
    Prestige
    $52,400 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 349 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$52,400- $62,100

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.74

Horsepower

349 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

369 lb.-ft. @ 1370 rpm

Capacity

5

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$35,300- $43,100

Gasoline

7.88

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

4

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$41,000- $54,650

Gasoline

7.72

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$47,200- $61,750

Gasoline

7.41

250 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

7

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$60,700- $75,750

Gasoline

7.23

335 hp @ 5500 rpm

330 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$40,700- $42,700

Gasoline

7.73

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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$49,900- $58,600

Gasoline

7.35

248 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

5

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$57,000

Gasoline

8.07

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

5

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$61,200

Gasoline

7.4

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

5

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$70,800

Gasoline

7.4

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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2019 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2019 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #5

    5.1 sec13.8 sec155 mph
    4.1 sec--
    4.13 sec--
    4.71 sec--
    4.74 sec--
    5.3 sec14.1 sec130 mph

    2019 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2019 Audi SQ5

      Ranked #5

      19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg18.5 gal.351.50/444 mi.
      21 mpg35 mpg28 mpg13.7 gal.328.8/479.5 mi.
      2019 BMW X3

      Ranked #2

      23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg17.2 gal.395.6/516 mi.
      22 mpg27 mpg24 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/469.8 mi.
      21 mpg29 mpg24 mpg18.8 gal.394.8/545.2 mi.
      2019 BMW X5

      Ranked #4

      20 mpg26 mpg22 mpg21.9 gal.438/569.4 mi.

      2019 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2019 Audi SQ5

        Ranked #8

        183.9 in.74.5 in.65.3 in.8.2 in.111.2 in.
        194.9 in.79.1 in.69.9 in.9.4 in.117.5 in.
        2019 BMW X5

        Ranked #2

        194.3 in.78.9 in.68.7 in.8.7 in.117.1 in.
        186.8 in.76 in.62.2 in.6.2 in.113.1 in.
        186.1 in.76 in.62.5 in.6.7 in.113.1 in.
        2019 BMW X3

        Ranked #5

        185.9 in.74.4 in.66 in.8 in.112.8 in.

        2019 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2019 Audi SQ5

          Ranked #5

          25.1 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.
          41.8 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.
          17.6 cu.ft.102.5 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.
          19.4 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.
          17.6 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.
          17.6 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.

          2019 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2019 Audi SQ5

            Ranked #1

            53.1 cu.ft.25.1 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.6 ft.
            67.9 cu.ft.17.6 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.-
            2019 BMW X5

            Ranked #3

            25.7 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.72.3 cu.ft.-
            46.6 cu.ft.17.6 cu.ft.52.9 cu.ft.-
            2019 BMW X3

            Ranked #5

            15.5 cu.ft.28.7 cu.ft.62.7 cu.ft.-
            56.5 cu.ft.17.6 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-

            2019 Audi SQ5 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2019 Audi SQ5

              Ranked #4

              4400 lbs.1058 lbs.4321 lbs.
              2019 BMW X5

              Ranked #1

              7209 lbs.849 lbs.4991 lbs.
              4850 lbs.1444 lbs.4475 lbs.
              4409 lbs.1435 lbs.4099 lbs.
              2019 BMW X3

              Ranked #4

              4400 lbs.937 lbs.4034 lbs.
              4000 lbs.1292 lbs.4394 lbs.

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