2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback vs 2025 Toyota Sequoia

$61,800 · Crossover

$62,425 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback and the 2025 Toyota Sequoia is horsepower, with the Sequoia leading by 88 hp (437 hp vs. 349 hp). This power gap is matched by the Sequoia's superior torque figure of 583 lb-ft compared to the Audi's 369 lb-ft. Conversely, the smaller Audi SQ5 Sportback boasts a better fuel economy rating with 21 combined MPG using premium fuel, whereas the much larger Sequoia achieves 22 combined MPG using regular unleaded, a surprising advantage given its size. Priced closely at $61,800 (Audi) and $62,425 (Toyota), size metrics differentiate them significantly: the Sequoia is 23.5 inches longer (208.1 in vs. 184.6 in) and substantially taller at 74.5 inches versus the Audi's 65.4 inches. Cargo space shows a slight advantage for the smaller Audi at 24.7 cu ft versus the Sequoia's 22.3 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback

The Audi SQ5 Sportback, being a smaller crossover at 184.6 inches in length, is more practical for dense urban driving than the massive Sequoia.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Toyota Sequoia

The Toyota Sequoia, despite marginally less cargo volume (22.3 cu ft vs 24.7 cu ft), offers a significantly larger overall physical footprint suitable for carrying more passengers and gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Toyota Sequoia

The Sequoia dominates performance metrics with 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque, far exceeding the Audi's 349 hp and 369 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback

The Audi SQ5 Sportback achieves nearly identical combined MPG (21 vs 22) despite being substantially less powerful and much smaller, making its fuel consumption efficiency relative to performance slightly better for its class.

Choose the Audi SQ5 Sportback if...

Primary driving occurs in congested environments where the 184.6-inch length is advantageous.
The driver prioritizes a more agile drive profile, indicated by its smaller dimensions (74.5 inches wide).
The buyer prefers a slightly higher base cargo capacity (24.7 cu ft) despite the overall smaller vehicle profile.

Choose the Toyota Sequoia if...

Maximum power output is required, benefiting from the 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque.
Fuel costs for daily driving are a concern, as the Sequoia uses less expensive regular unleaded fuel compared to the Audi's recommended premium.
The maximum size and inherent capability associated with a vehicle that is 208.1 inches long are necessary.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi SQ5 Sportback	Toyota Sequoia
Length	184.6"	208.1"
Width	74.5"	79.8"
Height	65.4"	74.5"
Wheelbase	111.0"	122.0"

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	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	3.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	hybrid
Horsepower	349 hp	437 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft	583 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
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	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	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	21/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.5/444.0 mi.	472.5/540.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	22.5 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	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	180W	—
Speaker System	10	8
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	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Front Head Room	38.0 in.	39.2 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	41.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.7 in.	65.0 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	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	62.6 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Rear Head Room	37.5 in.	38.4 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	39.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	61.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	60.8 in.
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	20 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	255/45R20	P265/70R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

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

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 Sequoia.

How do the fuel requirements impact the true cost of ownership between these two vehicles?

The Audi SQ5 Sportback recommends premium unleaded fuel for its 349 hp engine, which typically carries a higher price per gallon. In contrast, the Toyota Sequoia uses regular unleaded fuel, offsetting its slightly lower 22 combined MPG compared to the Audi's 21 combined MPG.

Which vehicle offers superior driving dynamics for spirited driving based on specifications?

The Sequoia's massive advantage in torque (583 lb-ft vs. 369 lb-ft) and horsepower (437 hp vs. 349 hp) suggests superior acceleration capabilities, although the Audi's AWD system might offer better low-grip traction than the Sequoia's standard RWD setup.

Given the similar MSRPs ($61,800 vs. $62,425), how does the size difference factor in?

The Sequoia is significantly larger, measuring 208.1 inches long and 79.8 inches wide, whereas the Audi SQ5 Sportback is 184.6 inches long and 74.5 inches wide, resulting in vastly different parking and garage fitments.

Does the smaller Audi offer significantly more usable cargo space than the larger Sequoia?

Yes, the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback lists 24.7 cu ft of cargo capacity, marginally exceeding the 2025 Toyota Sequoia's 22.3 cu ft, a counterintuitive finding given the overall size discrepancy.

What is the practical difference between the transmissions offered?

The Audi utilizes an 8-speed shiftable automatic, while the Sequoia employs a 10-speed shiftable automatic, potentially offering more granular gear ratios for managing its higher power output.