Used 2019 Audi SQ5 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2019 SQ5, so we've included reviews for other years of the SQ5 since its last redesign.
My second hand 2018 SQ5
Laurent S, 11/22/2020
2018 Audi SQ5 3.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
Purchased 9/28/19 from jack daniel route 4 NJ. $41000/ 28600 miles. So far water pump failed and got changed, heating system failed and got changed, driver window making noise got fixed. Antenna is slightly unglued, Audi would not replace under warranty so I put crazy glue. Center light bulb on right side bumper does not switch on, Audi says it got bumped so they won’t changed under warranty. Continental tires really suck, if I still have that car when it is time to change tires I will get Michelin. The major defect on the car is the ABS brakes system that adjust itself every time you start driving after less than 15 seconds, it is like a crunching/ clicking noise not to loud but can be noticeable at low speed, and coming from dashboard, Audi says it is normal on the 2018, 2019 but no longer on the 2020. Car has 40527 miles now 11/22/20 the 40000 maintenance was $995. Not sure if I keep the car after 49000 miles. In 2012 I bought a new 2013 Q5 and I had no problem until I sold it in 2016, but this one was built in Europe. The SQ5 is made in Mexico.
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Quietly de-badged
Real Life Driver, 04/12/2019
updated 04/22/2021
2018 Audi SQ5 3.0T Prestige quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
15 of 21 people found this review helpful
I Pace S is classy and makes you look like a hairdresser, AMG GLC and X3 M are from the Hammer House of Horrors so is it the Macan ? But why pay for that little clock on the dash, but then again you would need to have some original thought to take the best all rounder.
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Fun to drive but CarPlay and Nav poor
Icwl , 10/22/2020
2018 Audi SQ5 3.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
9 of 12 people found this review helpful
I am at the end of my 3 year lease of a loaded SQ5. A blast to drive and a less common sight on the road (which I like) but from the driver’s seat, the electronics are quirky and not intuitive. The CarPlay often does not connect and functions are limited. Navigation is difficult to use and there is no touchscreen. The engine off while stopped caused a jerky stop because the engine turns off before fully stopped. If I had to choose a vehicle based on Audi garage servicIng quality, my experience has been so disappointing that I would have to pass on acquiring a new Audi in 2021.
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Thermostat failure
Hansen, 06/30/2020
2018 Audi SQ5 3.0T Prestige quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
My 2018 SQ5 is not even 2 years old and it experienced its thermostat failure. I noticed low coolant level, burn rubber smell, fan running high and eventually the engine light on. It looks like this will be a common issue with this model as folks have been reporting this problem on audiworld.com. This issue may eventually cause a head gasket to be blown if a thermostat is not replaced. It took a week for the dealer to replace it. Other than this, car is great. Disappointed though, expected better reliability from a reputable European auto maker.
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Impressed
Steve, 05/25/2019
2018 Audi SQ5 3.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I like fast cars but I also like performance and practical vehicles I’ve owned 2 Porsche’s 2 bmw’s and I loved myGolf R but this Audi gives me a luxury ride with performance when I wantMy wife is so much more comfortable in the SQ5 than she was in the R. I compared the Macan and GLC and was very disappointed in the Mercedes performance sure it was fast but the car just felt barely controlled while the Macan.just didn’t match the feeling of total completeness I got from the SQ5.I’ve owned it for 6 months and feel this is an accurate review.
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