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Audi SQ5 Sportback vs BMW X4

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

Vehicles

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2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback

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2025 BMW X4

Overview

SpecAudi SQ5 SportbackPremiumBMW X4xDrive30i
Selected trimPremiumxDrive30i
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission7-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262025

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ5 SportbackPremiumBMW X4xDrive30i
MSRP$66,800$55,300 (best)
Lowest listing price$34,001$19,800 (best)
Median listing price$74,104$37,273 (best)
Highest listing price$84,393$43,781 (best)
For sale now89 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ5 SportbackPremiumBMW X4xDrive30i
Combined MPG22 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG27 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17.2 gal17.2 gal

Performance

SpecAudi SQ5 SportbackPremiumBMW X4xDrive30i
Horsepower362 hp (best)248 hp
Torque406 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size3 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ5 SportbackPremiumBMW X4xDrive30i
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume53.3 cu ft (best)50.5 cu ft
Towing capacity4,400 lbs (best)
Payload1,036 lbs (best)1,010 lbs
Curb weight4,497 lbs4,178 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in (best)
Wheelbase111 in112.8 in (best)
Length185.7 in187.6 in (best)
Width74.8 in75.5 in (best)
Height65.5 in (best)63.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ5 SportbackPremiumBMW X4xDrive30i
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 reported (best)2

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 SQ5 SportbackBMW X4
1

Premium

$66,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

xDrive30i

$55,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$69,100 MSRP

M40i

$66,700 MSRP

3

Prestige

$73,100 MSRP

X4 M SUV

$79,100 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi SQ5 Sportback vs BMW X4 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback or 2025 BMW X4?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback vs 2025 BMW X4 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback or 2025 BMW X4?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 BMW X4 starts lower at $55,300. Live Audi SQ5 Sportback listings start at $34,001. Live BMW X4 listings start at $19,800.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback or 2025 BMW X4?
The 2025 BMW X4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (55,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback or 2025 BMW X4?
The 2025 BMW X4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback or 2025 BMW X4?
The 2025 BMW X4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (473).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback or 2025 BMW X4?
The 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,400).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback vs 2025 BMW X4?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ5 Sportback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).