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Audi Q5 PHEV vs Audi SQ5

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2025 Audi Q5 PHEV

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2026 Audi SQ5

Overview

SpecAudi Q5 PHEVPremium S lineAudi SQ5Premium
Selected trimPremium S linePremium
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission7-speed automated manual7-speed automated manual
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20252026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q5 PHEVPremium S lineAudi SQ5Premium
MSRP$48,800 (best)$65,400
Lowest listing price$14,421 (best)
Median listing price$71,282 (best)
Highest listing price$82,443 (best)
For sale now044 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q5 PHEVPremium S lineAudi SQ5Premium
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG23 MPG (best)19 MPG
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)17.2 gal

Performance

SpecAudi Q5 PHEVPremium S lineAudi SQ5Premium
Horsepower261 hp362 hp (best)
Torque273 lb-ft406 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L3 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q5 PHEVPremium S lineAudi SQ5Premium
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume54.1 cu ft57.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity4,400 lbs4,400 lbs
Payload1,036 lbs1,036 lbs
Curb weight4,101 lbs (best)4,431 lbs
Wheelbase111 in111 in
Length184.3 in185.7 in (best)
Width74.5 in74.8 in (best)
Height65.5 in65.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q5 PHEVPremium S lineAudi SQ5Premium
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi Q5 PHEVAudi SQ5
1

Premium S line

$48,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$65,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium S line

$58,500 MSRP

Premium Plus

$67,300 MSRP

3

Premium Plus S line

$53,900 MSRP

Prestige

$71,300 MSRP

4

Premium Plus S line

$63,300 MSRP

5

Prestige S line

$66,700 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi Q5 PHEV vs Audi SQ5 FAQ

Which is better: 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV or 2026 Audi SQ5?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV vs 2026 Audi SQ5 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV or 2026 Audi SQ5?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV starts lower at $48,800. Live Audi SQ5 listings start at $14,421.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV or 2026 Audi SQ5?
The 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,800).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV or 2026 Audi SQ5?
The 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV or 2026 Audi SQ5?
The 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (23).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Audi Q5 PHEV vs 2026 Audi SQ5?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).