2018 Audi SQ5 vs. 2018 Ford Expedition
When comparing the 2018 Audi SQ5's and the 2018 Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi SQ5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2018 Ford Expedition has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Audi SQ5's and the 2018 Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2018 Audi SQ5 vs. 2018 Ford Expedition Pricing
A used 2018 Audi SQ5 ranges from $25,795 to $39,034 while a used 2018 Ford Expedition is priced between $25,975 to $44,906.
2018 Audi SQ5 vs. 2018 Ford Expedition Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Audi SQ5 loses 48.8 percent of its value and the 2018 Ford Expedition loses 52.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Audi SQ5 retains 3.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Ford Expedition.
2018 Audi SQ5 vs. 2018 Ford Expedition Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi SQ5 is 6.8 out of 10 while the Ford Expedition's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Audi SQ5 being ranked 12 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Ford Expedition being ranked 3 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2018 Audi SQ5 vs. 2018 Ford Expedition Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi SQ5 is 5.9 out of 10. For the Ford Expedition the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Ford Expedition a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Audi SQ5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Audi SQ5’s base engine makes 354 horsepower, and the 2018 Ford Expedition base engine makes 375 horsepower. The SQ5 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. The Expedition is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 559 miles.This gives the 2018 Audi SQ5 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Ford Expedition the advantage in maximum range. The SQ5 uses premium unleaded, and the Expedition uses regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Ford Expedition has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
25795 - 39034
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487889
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
25975 - 44906
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524418
Audi SQ5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.85 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Ford Expedition Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.604573 / 10
Reliability:
9.013721 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi SQ5 Rankings
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41 out of / 68Ford Expedition Rankings
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54 out of / 56Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Audi SQ5 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
2018 Ford Expedition Trim Levels
Platinum, XL Fleet, XLT, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
354 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
470 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 559 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
26.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
20.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
104.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
192.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4398 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5443 lbs
Width:
93.4 inches
Height:
76.6 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
265/70R17