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Audi SQ5 vs Ford Expedition

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

Vehicles

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2026 Audi SQ5

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2027 Ford Expedition

Overview

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
Selected trimPremiumMAX XL Fleet
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission7-speed automated manual10-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
MSRP$65,400$62,425 (best)
Lowest listing price$14,421 (best)$16,797
Median listing price$71,282$71,149 (best)
Highest listing price$82,443 (best)$92,004
For sale now44122 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG19 MPG (best)15 MPG
Highway MPG26 MPG (best)22 MPG
Fuel tank17.2 gal27.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
Horsepower362 hp (best)
Torque406 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
Seating5 seats8 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume57.1 cu ft (best)37.4 cu ft
Towing capacity4,400 lbs9,600 lbs (best)
Payload1,036 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,431 lbs (best)5,796 lbs
Ground clearance8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase111 in131.5 in (best)
Length185.7 in221.7 in (best)
Width74.8 in80 in (best)
Height65.8 in77.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
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)1

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 SQ5Ford Expedition
1

Premium

$65,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

MAX XL Fleet

$62,425 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$67,300 MSRP

Active

$63,600 MSRP

3

Prestige

$71,300 MSRP

Active

$66,600 MSRP

4

MAX Active

$66,600 MSRP

5

MAX Active

$69,600 MSRP

6

Platinum

$70,550 MSRP

7

Platinum

$73,550 MSRP

8

MAX Platinum

$73,550 MSRP

9

MAX Platinum

$76,550 MSRP

10

Tremor

$82,400 MSRP

11

King Ranch

$82,695 MSRP

12

King Ranch

$86,670 MSRP

13

MAX King Ranch

$85,695 MSRP

14

MAX King Ranch

$89,670 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi SQ5 vs Ford Expedition FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Ford Expedition?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi SQ5 vs 2027 Ford Expedition 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 or 2027 Ford Expedition?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Ford Expedition starts lower at $62,425. Live Audi SQ5 listings start at $14,421. Live Ford Expedition listings start at $16,797.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Ford Expedition?
The 2027 Ford Expedition leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (62,425).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Ford Expedition?
The 2026 Audi SQ5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Ford Expedition?
The 2027 Ford Expedition leads on horsepower in this comparison (440).
Which has better seats: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Ford Expedition?
The 2027 Ford Expedition leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Ford Expedition?
The 2027 Ford Expedition leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (9,600).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi SQ5 vs 2027 Ford Expedition?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).