Audi S5 vs. Audi SQ5
When we compare the Audi S5's and the Audi SQ5's specifications and ratings, the Audi S5 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Audi S5 and Audi SQ5 have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi S5's and the Audi SQ5's specifications and ratings, the Audi S5 is a better car than the Audi SQ5.
Audi S5 vs. Audi SQ5 Pricing
For a new model, the Audi S5's price is between $64,290 and $72,715, with the Audi SQ5 priced between $65,755 and $75,512.
Audi S5 vs. Audi SQ5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi S5 loses 43.7 percent of its value and the Audi SQ5 loses 48.8 percent of its value. This means the Audi S5 retains 5.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi SQ5.
Audi S5 vs. Audi SQ5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S5 is 7.9 out of 10 while the Audi SQ5's quality rating is 6.8 out of 10. This results in the Audi S5 being ranked 1 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the Audi SQ5 being ranked 12 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs.
Audi S5 vs. Audi SQ5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S5 is 9.2 out of 10. For the Audi SQ5 the reliability rating is 5.9 out of 10. This gives the Audi S5 a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Audi SQ5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the Audi S5 and the Audi SQ5 makes 349 horsepower. The S5 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:
64290 - 72715
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.436559
Pricing
New Asking Price:
65755 - 75512
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487889
Audi S5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
9.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi SQ5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.85 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S5 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 23Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 40Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
23 out of / 40Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
27 out of / 33Ranking
35 out of / 40Audi SQ5 Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
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12 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 27Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 27Ranking
23 out of / 61Ranking
25 out of / 68Ranking
26 out of / 61Ranking
27 out of / 68Ranking
28 out of / 61Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
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32 out of / 61Ranking
32 out of / 54Ranking
33 out of / 61Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
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38 out of / 59Ranking
39 out of / 61Ranking
41 out of / 68Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
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 @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 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:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Cargo Space:
10.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 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:
3847 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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