2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback vs 2026 Toyota Sequoia

$61,800 · Crossover

$64,025 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The 2026 Toyota Sequoia exhibits a substantial 88-horsepower advantage over the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback, boasting 437 hp compared to the Audi's 349 hp, alongside a commanding 583 lb-ft of torque versus the SQ5's 369 lb-ft. Despite this power disparity, the Sequoia is 23.5 inches longer at 208.1 inches and significantly taller at 74.5 inches, contrasting with the SQ5's smaller 184.6-inch length. Fuel efficiency is closely matched, with the Sequoia achieving 22 combined MPG (using regular unleaded) compared to the SQ5's 21 combined MPG (requiring premium fuel). Pricewise, the Sequoia starts slightly higher at $64,025 compared to the SQ5's $61,800 MSRP. In terms of utility, the SQ5 offers marginally more cargo space 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's smaller footprint (74.5 inches wide) and superior City MPG (19 MPG) make it more manageable and efficient for daily urban driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Sequoia

The 2026 Toyota Sequoia provides substantially larger overall dimensions, translating to greater passenger volume and easier access for family transport.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Toyota Sequoia

The Sequoia dominates performance metrics with 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque, vastly outpacing the SQ5's output figures.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback

The Audi SQ5 offers better utility per dollar, yielding 24.7 cu ft of cargo capacity for a lower $61,800 MSRP than the Sequoia’s smaller capacity for $64,025.

Choose the Audi SQ5 Sportback if...

You prioritize a more compact size, measuring only 184.6 inches in length for easier city parking.
Your budget requires a lower starting price point of $61,800.
You need marginally more dedicated storage space, achieving 24.7 cu ft versus Car 2's 22.3 cu ft.

Choose the Toyota Sequoia if...

Maximum performance is essential, as its 437 hp output significantly exceeds Car 1's 349 hp.
You require the ability to run on regular unleaded gasoline instead of premium fuel.
You benefit from the substantially higher torque rating of 583 lb-ft for towing or heavy hauling.

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	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
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	—	✓
Power 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 2026 Toyota Sequoia.

How do the fuel economy ratings compare between the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback and the 2026 Toyota Sequoia?

The 2026 Sequoia has a slightly better combined rating at 22 MPG compared to the Audi SQ5's 21 combined MPG. However, the Sequoia achieves this while running on regular unleaded, whereas the SQ5 specifies premium unleaded fuel.

Which vehicle is physically larger, and does that affect cargo volume?

The 2026 Sequoia is significantly larger, being 208.1 inches long and 74.5 inches high, compared to the SQ5's 184.6-inch length and 65.4-inch height. Counterintuitively, the smaller Audi SQ5 offers slightly more measured cargo capacity at 24.7 cu ft versus the Sequoia's 22.3 cu ft.

What is the torque difference that impacts daily drivability?

The Sequoia provides a massive 583 lb-ft of torque, creating a 214 lb-ft advantage over the SQ5's 369 lb-ft. This substantial difference suggests superior low-end pulling power for the Sequoia.

Is the Audi SQ5 Sportback cheaper than the Sequoia?

Yes, the Audi SQ5 Sportback has a lower MSRP of $61,800, making it $2,225 less expensive than the 2026 Toyota Sequoia, which starts at $64,025.

Do both vehicles use an all-wheel-drive system?

No, the 2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback comes standard with all-wheel drive. Conversely, the base 2026 Toyota Sequoia model specified uses a rear-wheel-drive configuration.