2025 Audi SQ5 vs 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

$58,400 · Crossover

$56,700 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Audi SQ5 and the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser lies in their physical footprint, with the Land Cruiser extending 12.1 inches longer at 196.4 inches versus the SQ5's 184.3 inches, and standing 10.2 inches taller at 75.7 inches. Performance specifications show the SQ5 yielding 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, slightly outpacing the Land Cruiser’s 326 hp, although the Toyota compensates with significantly greater torque at 465 lb-ft. Fuel economy slightly favors the Land Cruiser, achieving 23 combined MPG against the Audi's 21 combined MPG, despite requiring premium fuel like the SQ5. Value is tight on MSRP, with the Land Cruiser priced at $56,700 compared to the SQ5's $58,400. The Land Cruiser also offers substantially more utility, boasting a cargo capacity of 46.2 cu ft versus the SQ5's 25.9 cu ft, a difference of over 175% in usable space.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi SQ5

The Audi SQ5 is the preferred commuter due to its superior fuel efficiency rating of 21 combined MPG compared to the Land Cruiser's 23 MPG, paired with a smaller footprint for easier urban maneuvering.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser offers dramatically superior utility for families, providing 46.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, which is 20.3 cubic feet more than the SQ5.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi SQ5

The SQ5's higher horsepower output of 349 hp compared to the Land Cruiser's 326 hp suggests a sharper performance edge.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser provides a significantly larger vehicle with substantially more cargo space for a lower initial MSRP of $56,700 versus the SQ5's $58,400.

Choose the Audi SQ5 if...

Absolute peak horsepower (349 hp) is prioritized over overall torque figures.
A more compact external length of 184.3 inches is necessary for tight parking situations.
The lower overall vehicle height of 65.5 inches is preferred for garage clearance or ingress/egress.

Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser if...

Maximum utility is required, as evidenced by its 46.2 cu ft cargo capacity.
The substantially higher torque output of 465 lb-ft is desired for towing or low-end grunt.
A lower starting MSRP of $56,700 is crucial for budget adherence.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi SQ5	Toyota Land Cruiser
Length	184.3"	196.4"
Width	74.5"	77.9"
Height	65.5"	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
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
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
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Toyota
Front Head Room	39.6 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	39.3 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	255/45R	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 and 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Which vehicle offers better real-world fuel economy?

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser has a slightly better combined fuel economy rating at 23 MPG compared to the 2025 Audi SQ5’s 21 MPG. However, both vehicles require premium unleaded fuel.

How significant is the size difference between the two SUVs?

The difference is substantial; the Land Cruiser is 12.1 inches longer (196.4 inches vs 184.3 inches) and over 10 inches taller (75.7 inches vs 65.5 inches) than the Audi SQ5.

Is the Audi SQ5 significantly more powerful than the Land Cruiser?

The SQ5 has 349 hp versus the Land Cruiser's 326 hp, a measurable 23 hp advantage. However, the Land Cruiser produces significantly more torque, posting 465 lb-ft against the Audi’s 369 lb-ft.

Which vehicle offers more usable storage space?

The Toyota Land Cruiser dominates in storage, offering 46.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, substantially exceeding the Audi SQ5’s 25.9 cubic feet.

How do the starting prices compare for these two models?

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser has a slight edge in starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) at $56,700, whereas the 2025 Audi SQ5 begins at $58,400.