Audi S4 vs. Audi SQ5
When comparing the Audi S4's and the Audi SQ5's specifications and ratings, the Audi S4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Audi S4 and Audi SQ5 have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi S4's and the Audi SQ5's specifications and ratings, the Audi S4 is a better car than the Audi SQ5.
Audi S4 vs. Audi SQ5 Pricing
For a new model, the Audi S4's price is between $60,831 and $70,375, with the Audi SQ5 priced between $65,773 and $75,517.
Audi S4 vs. Audi SQ5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi S4 loses 48.4 percent of its value and the Audi SQ5 loses 48.8 percent of its value. This means the Audi S4 retains 0.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi SQ5.
Audi S4 vs. Audi SQ5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S4 is 8.3 out of 10 while the Audi SQ5's quality rating is 6.8 out of 10. This results in the Audi S4 being ranked 11 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars and the Audi SQ5 being ranked 14 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs.
Audi S4 vs. Audi SQ5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S4 is 8.5 out of 10. For the Audi SQ5 the reliability rating is 5.9 out of 10. This gives the Audi S4 an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi SQ5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the Audi S4 and the Audi SQ5 makes 349 horsepower. The S4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, while the SQ5 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 444 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$60,831 - $70,375
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$65,773 - $75,517
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.8%
Audi S4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi SQ5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.8 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S4 Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 32Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Audi SQ5 Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 27Ranking
20 out of / 60Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 27Ranking
25 out of / 67Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
27 out of / 60Ranking
27 out of / 60Ranking
28 out of / 60Ranking
30 out of / 60Ranking
31 out of / 67Ranking
32 out of / 67Ranking
33 out of / 67Ranking
33 out of / 60Ranking
33 out of / 55Ranking
34 out of / 67Ranking
34 out of / 60Ranking
36 out of / 67Ranking
36 out of / 67Ranking
39 out of / 60Ranking
39 out of / 60Ranking
41 out of / 67Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S4 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
Audi SQ5 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
349 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.090 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
349 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
25.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3880 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4288 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
65.5 inches
Length:
184.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20
