2021 Audi SQ5 Premium Plus
All photo credits
- Photo: 2017 Audi SQ5 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2022 Audi SQ5 3.0T Quattro Premium Plus in Mythos Black Metallic, front right, 08-16-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi SQ5 Sportback 1X7A6482 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi SQ5 Sportback 01X7A1612 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Audi SQ5 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2021 Audi SQ5 Premium Plus is a 349-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $57,300 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 349 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 369 lb-ft of torque at 1370 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The SQ5 measures 184.3 inches long on a 111.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,288 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $57,300 |
| MSRP with Destination | $58,395 |
| Destination Charge | $1,095 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L turbocharged TFSI V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 349 hp @ 5,400 rpm |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1370 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | quattro all-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed Tiptronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 5 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.2 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.14 |
| 4th Gear | 1.72 |
| 5th Gear | 1.31 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.82 |
| 8th Gear | 0.64 |
| Reverse | 3.48 |
| Final Drive | 3.2 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link independent |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link independent |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.8 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.0 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20-inch |
| Wheels Rear | 20-inch |
| Tires Front | 255/45R20 |
| Tires Rear | 255/45R20 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 184.3 in |
| Width | 74.5 in |
| Height | 65.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in |
| Front Track | 63.6 in |
| Rear Track | 63.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 25.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,288 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (16.3 % risk) |
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Audi SQ5. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 5, 2022 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
NHTSA campaign 22V742000
Jan 26, 2022 · TIRES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Consequence: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
NHTSA campaign 22V034000
Dec 8, 2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
Consequence: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90S9.
NHTSA campaign 21V947000
Aug 5, 2021 · SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
NHTSA campaign 21V606000
Apr 26, 2021 · SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Consequence: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
NHTSA campaign 21V295000
13 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Audi SQ5
Owner Complaints
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Audi SQ5 (1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2021 AUDI SQ5. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.