2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback vs 2025 Chevrolet Suburban

$61,800 · Crossover

$61,500 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical difference between the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback (car1) and the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban (car2) is the combined fuel economy, with the SQ5 Sportback achieving 21 MPG versus the Suburban's 17 MPG, a 4 MPG advantage. Dimensionally, the Suburban is substantially larger, measuring 226.3 inches long compared to the Audi's 184.6 inches, resulting in a massive cargo capacity disparity: 41.5 cu ft for the Suburban versus only 24.7 cu ft for the Audi. Despite the size difference, the performance metrics are closely matched; the Suburban holds a slight edge with 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque compared to the Audi's 349 hp and 369 lb-ft. Pricing is almost identical, with the SQ5 Sportback at $61,800 and the Suburban at $61,500. The Audi mandates premium fuel, whereas the Suburban utilizes regular unleaded.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback

The Audi SQ5 Sportback offers superior city/highway fuel economy at 19/24 MPG compared to the Suburban's 15/20 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Chevrolet Suburban

The Chevrolet Suburban provides significantly more utility with a 41.5 cu ft cargo capacity compared to the Audi's 24.7 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Chevrolet Suburban

The Suburban produces higher peak outputs, delivering 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque against the SQ5 Sportback's 349 hp and 369 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Chevrolet Suburban

For a nearly identical MSRP of $61,500, the Suburban offers substantially greater size, power, and utilizes less expensive regular unleaded fuel.

Choose the Audi SQ5 Sportback if...

Fuel efficiency is a primary concern, given the 21 combined MPG rating versus the Suburban's 17 MPG.
A smaller footprint is necessary, as the SQ5 Sportback is 41.7 inches shorter in length.
You prefer an AWD system, as the SQ5 Sportback features standard all-wheel drive while the Suburban defaults to RWD.

Choose the Chevrolet Suburban if...

Maximum cargo volume is required, where the Suburban offers 41.5 cu ft versus 24.7 cu ft.
You want to use less expensive fuel, as the Suburban runs on regular unleaded while the Audi recommends premium.
Higher raw torque output is desired, with the Suburban generating 383 lb-ft compared to the Audi's 369 lb-ft.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi SQ5 Sportback	Chevrolet Suburban
Length	184.6"	226.3"
Width	74.5"	81.1"
Height	65.4"	75.6"
Wheelbase	111.0"	134.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	5.3 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V8
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	349 hp	355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Overhead valves (OHV)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	15/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.5/444.0 mi.	420.0/560.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	28.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	17.7 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	180W	—
Speaker System	10	6
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Front Head Room	38.0 in.	42.3 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	44.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.7 in.	65.6 in.
Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Front Hip Room	—	61.5 in.
Seat Material: Premium Cloth	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Rear Head Room	37.5 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	42.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	64.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	61.3 in.
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 8.0 in	18 x 8.5 in
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	255/45R20	265/65R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Chevrolet
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback and 2025 Chevrolet Suburban.

What is the total difference in length between the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback and the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban?

The Chevrolet Suburban is substantially longer at 226.3 inches, while the Audi SQ5 Sportback measures 184.6 inches. This results in a length difference of 41.7 inches, positioning them in entirely different size classes.

Does the price difference warrant the substantial change in size and fuel economy?

The MSRPs are virtually identical, with the Audi SQ5 Sportback at $61,800 and the Suburban at $61,500. However, the Audi saves approximately 4 MPG combined, offset by its lower cargo volume of 24.7 cu ft.

Which vehicle is technically more powerful based on provided specifications?

The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban holds a slight advantage in peak power output, generating 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. The Audi SQ5 Sportback produces 349 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque.

Are there differences in the type of fuel required for these vehicles?

Yes, the Audi SQ5 Sportback lists its fuel type as premium unleaded (recommended). In contrast, the Chevrolet Suburban is specified to run on regular unleaded gasoline.

How significant is the cargo capacity difference between the two?

The difference is vast; the Suburban offers 41.5 cu ft of cargo space, which is 16.8 cu ft more than the 24.7 cu ft available in the Audi SQ5 Sportback.

What is the transmission comparison between the two models?

The Chevrolet Suburban utilizes a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission, offering one more gear than the 8-speed shiftable automatic found in the Audi SQ5 Sportback.