2023 Audi SQ5

History/Overview

If you take Audi’s Q5 compact crossover and crank up its performance, you get the SQ5, a more driver-oriented vehicle that builds on the regular Q5’s combination of practicality, luxury, and style.

What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year

For 2023, the SQ5 gets a few new standard features in its base configuration.

Available Trims

Audi offers the SQ5 in Progressiv and Technik trim levels, both of which are powered by a turbo V6 engine, an eight-speed transmission, and AWD.

Standard Features

Progressiv models come with an adaptive suspension, auto on/off LED headlights, automatic high beams, 21-inch wheels, passive keyless entry, a hands-free tailgate, and power-folding/auto-dimming side mirrors. Inside, you get heated/power front seats, a heated steering wheel, Nappa leather upholstery, three-zone A/C, an auto-dimming mirror, and a panoramic sunroof. Audi has updated the SQ5’s infotainment system with wireless phone charging and wireless Apple and Android phone integration; there’s also a 10.1-inch display, a 10-speaker stereo, navigation, and digital gauges.

The SQ5’s safety kit includes front and rear parking sensors, front and rear collision mitigation, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.

Technik trim adds LED matrix headlights with washers, heated rear seats, a power-adjustable steering wheel, Bang & Olufsen audio, top-view cameras, adaptive cruise, upgraded forward collision mitigation, lane keep assist, and traffic jam assist.

Key Options

Progressiv can be optioned with Technik’s more advanced driver assists, and both trims can be had with a comfort pack of ventilated seats, rear door sunshades, and upgraded leather. A dynamic pack brings a sport differential and air suspension.

Fuel Economy

Audi’s fuel consumption estimates are 12.5/9.7 L/100 km (city/highway).

Competition

Cross-shop the SQ5 against the Mercedes-Benz GLC 43, BMW X3 M40i, Porsche Macan S, Genesis GV70 3.5T, and the Volvo XC60 B6.