Model year guide

2023 Audi SQ5

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 Audi SQ5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 46 on record.

2023 Audi SQ5 — representative photo
Representative photo

2023 Audi SQ5 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined21 mpg

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

2023 Audi SQ5 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2023 Audi SQ5.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 13 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.

2023 Audi SQ5 MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,900
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,500 more

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2023 Audi SQ5 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,500
Fuel only$19,500
Per mile$0.26

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
184.3–184.6 in
Width
74.4 in
Height
65.4 in
Wheelbase
111.0 in
Curb weight
4,266–4,398 lb
Front track
63.8 in
Rear track
63.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2023 Audi SQ5 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 14

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 14.

This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program.

Bulletin A0023752066297_3 · Equipment · Oct 2023

This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.

Bulletin A0023742052680_4 · Equipment · Oct 2023

This bulletin provides information for when there is moisture accumulation in the exterior lights.

Bulletin A942364201274916 · Exterior Lighting · May 2023

This bulletin provides information for when the customer advises that there is cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference.

Bulletin A912394201818713 · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2023

This bulletin provides details on how to properly document optical concerns in headlights and taillights for warranty submissions.

Bulletin A9423632061922_2 · Exterior Lighting · May 2023

This bulletin provides information for when the virtual cockpit is distorted due a broken screen caused by outside influence.

Bulletin A9023182065960_2 · Back Over Prevention · Mar 2023

This bulletin describes the steps to update the MIB3 software when applicable.

Bulletin A9123632060523_2 · Back Over Prevention · Jan 2023

This bulletin provides warranty submission instructions for Audi connect and Infotainment for Audi vehicles beginning in MY23.

Bulletin A9123572068171_3 · Equipment · Jan 2023

SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES

Bulletin DC_RECALLS · Equipment · Dec 2022

This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.

Bulletin A442292202256321 · Steering · May 2022

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

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2023 Audi SQ5. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Airbag

Issue: On certain vehicles, the passenger occupant detection system may malfunction. This could cause the airbag system to turn off the passenger-front airbag even when a passenger is seated. Note: This problem would cause a yellow airbag warning light to turn on in the instrument panel. Safety Risk: An airbag that is turned off could increase the risk of injury to a passenger…

Transport Canada #2024209 · Apr 2024

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Audi SQ5

The Audi Q5 is a series of compact luxury crossover SUVs produced by the German luxury car manufacturer Audi from 2008. The original first-generation model was the third member of the B8 family to be released after the Audi A5 and fourth-generation A4, all being based on the Audi MLB platform. The second generation Q5 debuted in 2018 and shares the Audi MLB Evo platform with the corresponding B9 versions of the A4 and A5.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2023 Audi SQ5 vehicles on record

Other Audi SQ5 model years

2023 Audi SQ5 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Audi SQ5 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2023 Audi SQ5. 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 2023 Audi SQ5 get?

The 2023 Audi SQ5 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (19 city / 24 highway).

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