2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback vs 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

$61,800 · Crossover

$56,700 · SUV

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the sporty crossover lifestyle and rugged, practical capability is the central dilemma when cross-shopping the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback and the legendary 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser. If immediate performance thrills matter most, the SQ5 Sportback offers 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, translating to sharper on-road dynamics. However, for everyday utility, the Land Cruiser is substantially larger, boasting a cavernous 46.2 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Audi's 24.7 cu ft. Price is another key factor; the Land Cruiser starts at $56,700, undercutting the Audi's $61,800 MSRP by $5,100, despite demanding required premium fuel like the Audi. While the Audi has a 23 hp advantage, the Toyota compensates with significantly better torque (465 lb-ft vs. 369 lb-ft) and slightly superior efficiency at 23 combined MPG versus the Audi's 21 MPG.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback

The Audi SQ5 Sportback offers a slightly smaller footprint (184.6 inches long) and better city maneuvering capability for daily driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2025 Land Cruiser provides nearly double the utility with 46.2 cu ft of cargo capacity, essential for hauling family gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback

The SQ5 Sportback wins on pure output, delivering 349 horsepower for quicker acceleration feels compared to the Land Cruiser's 326 horsepower.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser is the better overall value, priced $5,100 less while offering superior cargo volume and marginally better fuel economy (23 combined MPG).

Choose the Audi SQ5 Sportback if...

You prioritize superior horsepower, achieving 349 hp from the turbocharged engine.
You prefer the sleeker, more compact crossover profile, measuring 184.6 inches in length.
You want the marginally better fuel economy in stop-and-go traffic with 19 city MPG.

Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser if...

Maximum storage is critical, as it offers a massive 46.2 cu ft cargo capacity.
You value greater torque for towing or off-road traction, boasting 465 lb-ft.
You want to save $5,100 upfront, with an MSRP of $56,700 compared to the Audi's $61,800.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi SQ5 Sportback	Toyota Land Cruiser
Length	184.6"	196.4"
Width	74.5"	77.9"
Height	65.4"	75.7"
Wheelbase	111.0"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Toyota
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	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	349 hp	326 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft	465 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	22/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.5/444.0 mi.	393.8/447.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	17.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Toyota
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	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	8.0 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)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Front Head Room	38.0 in.	40.1 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.7 in.	58.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	55.4 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Rear Head Room	37.5 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	36.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	59.2 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	57.0 in.
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	255/45R20	245/70R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Front Suspension Type	—	Independent

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Toyota
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.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 25000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback and 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser.

How much more space does the Land Cruiser offer over the SQ5 Sportback?

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser is substantially more accommodating for cargo, providing 46.2 cu ft. In comparison, the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback only offers 24.7 cu ft behind the rear seats.

Which vehicle is cheaper to purchase initially?

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser has a lower starting MSRP of $56,700, making it $5,100 more affordable than the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback, which starts at $61,800.

Does the power difference between these vehicles result in drastically different fuel costs?

Both require premium fuel, but the Land Cruiser is slightly thriftier with 23 combined MPG versus the SQ5 Sportback’s 21 combined MPG, which could result in small long-term savings despite the Audi having 349 hp to the Toyota's 326 hp.

Which vehicle is inherently better for off-road driving based on these specs?

The Land Cruiser is purpose-built for rugged use, featuring a full SUV body style that is taller (75.7 inches) and wider (77.9 inches) than the Sportback, coupled with standard four-wheel drive.

Is the higher horsepower of the Audi worth the tradeoff in torque?

The Audi has 23 more horsepower at 349 hp, but the Land Cruiser counters with significantly more pulling power, producing 465 lb-ft of torque compared to the Audi's 369 lb-ft.

How do their dimensions compare for tight city parking?

The Audi SQ5 Sportback is noticeably more compact, measuring 184.6 inches long, 74.5 inches wide, and 65.4 inches high, making it easier to manage than the larger 196.4-inch long Land Cruiser.