DecodedCars2015 Audi SQ5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 5dr SUV 3.0 Tfsi Quattro
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 182.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,409 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 16% below the 2015 small SUV average of 22.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 23 similar 2015 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2015 Audi SQ5 is a small SUV offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 182 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,409 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 16% worse than the 2015 small SUV average of 22.6 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the structure.
What changed for 2015
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2014 SQ5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2014; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2014 SQ5 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5dr SUV 3.0 Tfsi Quattro | 182.3 in | 74.8 in | 65.4 in | 110.6 in | 63 / 63 in | 4,409 lb | 53/47 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SQ5 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | -16% | $4,350 | 458 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 Audi SQ5.
Similar 2015 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Audi SQ5 (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2015 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2015 Land Rover Range Rover | 24 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2015 Porsche Cayenne | 23 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2015 BMW X3 | 30 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2015 Lexus RX | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2015 Porsche Macan | 19 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
Recalls (1)
Steering › Electric Power Assist System · Jul 20, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V452000 · 5,625 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Audi SQ5 vehicles manufactured May 22, 2013, to April 14, 2015. The affected vehicles have an electric power steering assist system that may shut down in cold temperatures due to a steering motor sensor fault.
- Risk
- If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Fix
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the power steering control module software, free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 48M1.
Not every 2015 Audi SQ5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2015 Audi SQ5 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Structure › Body — 3 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Suspension — 3 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Steering — 2 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 108,084 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2015 Audi SQ5. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other SQ5 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 SQ5 | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 SQ5 | 23 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 4 |
| 2025 SQ5 | 22 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 8 |
| 2024 SQ5 | 21 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 6 |
| 2023 SQ5 | 21 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 SQ5 | 21 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 6 |
| 2021 SQ5 | 20 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 5 | 13 |
| 2020 SQ5 | 20 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 8 |
| 2019 SQ5 | 21 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 5 | 20 |
| 2018 SQ5 | 21 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 5 | 25 |
| 2017 SQ5 | 19 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
| 2016 SQ5 | 19 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 6 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →