2018 Audi SQ5
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Audi SQ5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.
2018 Audi SQ5 at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2018 Audi SQ5 recalls 5
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
Fix: Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90S9.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, Passat, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI and Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance.
Fix: Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners. Audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. Volkswagen dealers will bleed the front and rear brake calipers. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may conta…
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the wheel arch trim with an additional screw and nut, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66K6.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi SQ5 and 2018-2020 Audi Q5 vehicles. The rear wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach from the vehicle.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four clips securing the forward part of the rear wheel arch trim, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 66K8.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake master cylinder casting may be too short.
Fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the brake master cylinder, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 47O9.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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.
2018 Audi SQ5 common problems
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.
2018 Audi SQ5 safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2018 Audi SQ5 SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2018 Audi SQ5 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
What's a 2018 Audi SQ5 worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2018 Audi SQ5 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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.
2018 Audi SQ5 trims & engines on record
2018 Audi SQ5 vehicles on record
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2018 Audi SQ5 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Audi SQ5 have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2018 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 free.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Audi SQ5?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, exterior lighting.
What is the 2018 Audi SQ5 safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2018 Audi SQ5 crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Audi SQ5 get?
The 2018 Audi SQ5 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (19 city / 24 highway).
How much is a 2018 Audi SQ5 worth?
Comparable 2018 Audi SQ5 listings run roughly $644–$50,832, typically around $37,407 (from 12 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.