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Audi Q7 vs Audi SQ5 Sportback

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

Vehicles

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2027 Audi Q7

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2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback

Overview

SpecAudi Q7PremiumAudi SQ5 SportbackPremium
Selected trimPremiumPremium
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic7-speed automated manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q7PremiumAudi SQ5 SportbackPremium
MSRP$70,900$66,800 (best)
Lowest listing price$13,423 (best)$34,001
Median listing price$54,356 (best)$74,104
Highest listing price$89,168$84,393 (best)
For sale now90 (best)8

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q7PremiumAudi SQ5 SportbackPremium
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG (best)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (best)17.2 gal

Performance

SpecAudi Q7PremiumAudi SQ5 SportbackPremium
Horsepower429 hp (best)362 hp
Torque442 lb-ft (best)406 lb-ft
Engine size2.9 L3 L (best)
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q7PremiumAudi SQ5 SportbackPremium
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume78.1 cu ft (best)53.3 cu ft
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)4,400 lbs
Payload1,036 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,137 lbs4,497 lbs (best)
Wheelbase117.9 in (best)111 in
Length199.1 in (best)185.7 in
Width79.2 in (best)74.8 in
Height71.2 in (best)65.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q7PremiumAudi SQ5 SportbackPremium
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 Q7Audi SQ5 Sportback
1

Premium

$70,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$66,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$75,300 MSRP

Premium Plus

$69,100 MSRP

3

Prestige

$84,900 MSRP

Prestige

$73,100 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi Q7 vs Audi SQ5 Sportback FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Audi Q7 or 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi Q7 vs 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Audi Q7 or 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback starts lower at $66,800. Live Audi Q7 listings start at $13,423. Live Audi SQ5 Sportback listings start at $34,001.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi Q7 or 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback?
The 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (66,800).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi Q7 or 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback?
The 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi Q7 or 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback?
The 2027 Audi Q7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (429).
Which has better seats: 2027 Audi Q7 or 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback?
The 2027 Audi Q7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi Q7 or 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback?
The 2027 Audi Q7 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Audi Q7 vs 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ5 Sportback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).