DecodedCars2017 Audi SQ5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 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
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints5 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 30 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 17% below the 2017 small SUV average of 22.8 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 18 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2017 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 2017 small SUV average of 22.8 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 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the visibility/wiper.
What changed for 2017
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 SQ5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 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 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Audi SQ5.
Similar 2017 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Audi SQ5 (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Porsche Cayenne | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2017 BMW X3 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2017 Porsche Macan | 22 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2017 Audi Q5 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2017 Lexus GX | 16 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2017 Volvo XC60 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Audi SQ5.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2017 Audi SQ5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2017 Audi SQ5 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Visibility/Wiper — 1 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 24,000 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 2017 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 |
| 2016 SQ5 | 19 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 6 |
| 2015 SQ5 | 19 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 9 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →