Used Audi SQ5 for sale

What types of used Audi SQ5 cars are there?

An SQ5 for sale (2013-present) is a sportier version of Audi's popular Q5 SUV that gets a tuned engine, a sharp automatic S Tronic gearbox and a whole range of impressive kit.

When 'S' is used on one of Audi's cars, it simply means 'Sport', and despite being a heavy SUV, the SQ5 is nippy and fairly agile.

A used Audi SQ5 is available in SQ5, SQ5 Plus and Vorsprung trims, with a selection of engine options on offer.

– Read our Audi Q5 review

What features does the Audi SQ5 have?

An Audi SQ5 for sale is a well-equipped car from the get-go. All versions come with diamond-stitched leather seats and plenty of soft-touch plastics throughout, giving it a luxurious feel — even the switches and buttons and easy to use and feel premium to the touch.

As standard, front and rear parking sensors are standard, along with a rear-view camera. Top-spec Vorsprung trim adds a 360-degree camera and adaptive matrix headlights.

You also get Audi's MMI Navigation Plus infotainment system as standard that comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Additionally, you get a large virtual cockpit and, on Vorsprung models, a heads-up display.

Being a mid-sized SUV, you also get lots of cabin room and a generous 465 litres of boot space, growing to 1,405 litres when the rear seats are folded.

Is the Audi SQ5 reliable?

A used Audi SQ5 is a reliable and high-performing sports SUV that's built on the same MLB platform as the Audi A4 and A5, proving its dependability.

Being a high-end Audi, it will be more expensive to maintain than some other SUVs on the market, but thanks to its strong build quality, it should withstand far more than others.

It's safe too, scoring a full five stars following its most recent Euro NCAP crash test in 2017. This is thanks to safety equipment such as anti-lock brakes, airbags and an advanced security system that helps to avoid vehicle intrusion.

How much does the Audi SQ5 cost to run?

Being a performance model, the SQ5 is more expensive to run than the ordinary Q5 or other similar 'standard' models.

Available with either a turbocharged 3.0-litre petrol or diesel V6, it isn't short on power or torque – benefitting from up to 326hp and 650Nm of torque with the more powerful diesel.

Audi claims it'll return up to 35mpg, but this will vary in real-world driving scenarios due to weather, driving style and type of road.

It's also on the higher end of car insurance, sitting between insurance groups 42 and 45, with group 50 being the most expensive.

Note that prices will vary massively depending on the model variant you choose, your driving history, profession, location etc.

Who is the Audi SQ5 suitable for?

You should buy an SQ5 Audi for sale if you're in the market for a family SUV but want something with a little more poke.

No matter which engine you get, there's plenty of power and its gearbox is smooth and sharp when it needs to be for overtaking.

Its closest rivals include the Porsche Macan, BMW X3 and Mercedes GLC – all of which are strong competitors but lack that recognisable Audi charm.