Model year guide

2016 Audi sq5

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Audi sq5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2016 Audi sq5 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Audi sq5 at a glance

Owner complaints6
Combined19 mpg

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

2016 Audi sq5 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2016 Audi sq5 MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,350
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionSupercharged
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,750 more

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Audi sq5 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,750
Fuel only$21,750
Per mile$0.29

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.

2016 Audi sq5 trims & engines on record

Trims
quattro Premium Plus
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 354 hp

2016 Audi sq5 vehicles on record

Other Audi sq5 model years

2016 Audi sq5 — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Audi sq5?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, engine, visibility/wiper.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Audi sq5 get?

The 2016 Audi sq5 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).

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