DecodedCars2016 Audi SQ5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 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
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints6 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 31 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 17% below the 2016 small SUV average of 23 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 20 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 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), 17% worse than the 2016 small SUV average of 23 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2016
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 SQ5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 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 | -17% | $4,350 | 458 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Audi SQ5 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.1% |
Similar 2016 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Audi SQ5 (this car) | 19 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2016 Porsche Cayenne | 24 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2016 BMW X3 | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2016 Porsche Macan | 19 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2016 Land Rover Discovery | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2016 Lexus GX | 17 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Audi SQ5.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2016 Audi SQ5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Audi SQ5 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Steering — 2 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Visibility/Wiper — 1 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Engine — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 25,000 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 2016 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 | ★★★★★ | 0 | 5 |
| 2015 SQ5 | 19 | 182.3 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 9 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →