Model year guide

2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback — representative photo
Representative photo

2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined23 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Fuel only$17,750
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
185.8 in
Width
74.8 in
Height
64.6 in
Wheelbase
111.0 in
Curb weight
4,663 lb
Front track
63.8 in
Rear track
63.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 201

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 201.

This bulletin provides information when there is an engine warning lamp on; DTC P157000 is logged in the ECM.

Bulletin TSB_2080076_3 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the driver assist systems cause intervention by active front assist.

Bulletin TSB_2076135_9 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS data base in instances when the vehicle cannot be unlocked, and the ehicle cannot be switched on; 12V battery has been discharged.

Bulletin TSB_2081155_3 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the digital key cannot be deleted.

Bulletin TSB_2078471_6 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer.

Bulletin TSB_2052680_2 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on; DTC P064F00 stored in the ECM.

Bulletin TSB_2078914_6 · Engine · Sep 2026

This bulleti provides information when the message "Drive system: fault. Please contact workshop" is displayed on the instrument cluster; DTC B114E13 or B114F13 in DA 8119.

Bulletin TSB_2079294_2 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has flooded, and specify the height to which the vehicle has been flooded.

Bulletin TSB_2083409_1 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.

Bulletin TSB_2020552_15 · Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.

Bulletin TSB_2074846_5 · Steering · Sep 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the SQ5 SPORTBACK AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback vehicles on record

Other Audi SQ5 Sportback model years

2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback — frequently asked questions

Does the 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback get?

The 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback has a U.S. EPA estimate of 23 mpg combined (21 city / 28 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.