Used 2021 Audi SQ5 Premium Plus for sale 

"As a facelift, we'd call the 2021 SQ5 a success as it looks more dramatic, drives better, and delivers more performance."- Carbuzz.com

The 2021 Audi SQ5 comes with the same three trim configurations, namely Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. Available for sale at a base MSRP of $52,900 and going all the way to $62,500, the 2021 Audi SQ5 comes with an updated LED headlights, tweaked front fascia, two new colors, and a new 20-inch alloy wheel design. Apart from that, this compact luxury SUV still retains the same 3L turbocharged V6 motor mated to the 8-speed automatic and the Quattro AWD system. Other mechanical aspects like the suspension, steering, and brakes also remain unchanged.

The 2021 Audi SQ5 also retains all the interior features like a 10.1" touchscreen MMI infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation support, head-up display, Audi Virtual Cockpit, interior ambient lighting, panoramic sunroof, 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system, and many more. The driver assistance features like front and rear automated emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert are also standard. However, many of these interior features are missed out on the base Premium trim, which is available for sale at a base MSRP of $52,900. If you want even more features, you could opt for the Convenience Package for an additional $1,100, offering more interior, exterior, and safety features.

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Of the three trims on offer, the 2021 Audi SQ5 Prestige, which is the most expensive trim, coming in for sale at a base MSRP of $62,500, turned out to be the most feature-packed trim of the lot. It is easy to justify the premium given to get the Prestige trim over the lower trims like the Premium and Premium Plus because of the inclusion of many standard pieces of equipment like 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system, head-up display, navigation support with Audi Virtual Cockpit, front and rear automated emergency braking and many more.

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"Audi's throaty turbocharged V-6 makes good power, and standard Quattro all-wheel drive puts that power to the road."- Caranddriver.com

The 2021 Audi SQ5, which is available for sale at a base MSRP of $52,900 for the Premium trim, comes with the 3L turbocharged V6 motor putting out a respectable 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. This gasoline motor comes mated to an 8-speed torque converter automatic transmission with Tiptronic functionality and a Quattro full-time AWD system as standard. This transmission offers multiple driving modes too.

The 2021 Audi SQ5 offers supple ride quality due to the softly sprung suspension setup. As a result, the ride quality through the bumpy roads as well as on the highways was quite comfortable. However, the handling and driving dynamics did take a toll due to the soft suspension. The car offers more than average body roll too around the curvy roads. The 2021 Audi SQ5 Sportback also offers a similar ride and handling experience due to the identical suspension setup on offer. 

The 2021 Audi SQ5 managed to come out with a 0-60 mph time of 5.1 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 13.5 seconds. With a four-wheel disc brake on offer, with the front rotor being sized at 13.8" and the rear rotors sized at 13", the 2021 Audi SQ5 managed to do the 60-0 mph braking test in 119 feet. The 2021 Audi SQ5 Sportback also did the 0-60 mph and the 60-0 mph braking test in an identical time. The 2021 Audi Q5, which comes with a lower-powered 2L turbocharged inline-4 motor did the 0-60 mph in a higher 5.9 seconds and the 60-0 mph braking in a lower 112 feet.

The 2021 Audi SQ5 is slightly less powerful in comparison to the likes of the 2021 BMW X3 M40i and the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43, both of which gave out 382 hp and 385 hp, respectively. As a result, the 2021 Audi SQ5 is also slower to reach 0-60 mph. The 2021 BMW X4 M40i did the 0-60 mph test in 4.8 seconds and the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 did it in 4.3 seconds. The 2021 Porsche Macan S, on the other hand, managed to give out a 0-60 mph time of 5.1 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 14.1 seconds, respectively.

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"Since it is fitted with an 18.5-gallon gas tank, mixed driving range is estimated to be around 370 miles."- Carbuzz.com

The 2021 Audi SQ5 comes with the same 3L turbocharged V6 motor mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission and as a result, this compact luxury SUV gave out a city gas mileage of 18 MPG and a highway gas mileage of 23 MPG. Available for sale at a base MSRP of $52,900, the 2021 Audi SQ5's combined gas milage of 20 MPG is mediocre for the segment.

Though the 2021 Audi SQ5 is not the most fuel-efficient offering of the segment, it surely managed to get a decently large fuel tank capacity of 18.5 gallons. The 2021 Audi SQ5 Sportback, which is on sale at a base selling price of $53,995, also comes with the same combined gas mileage of 20 MPG as it is powered by the same 3L turbocharged V6 motor. Nevertheless, the 2021 Audi SQ5 comes with a city range of 333 miles and a highway range of 425.5 miles. The combined range of 370 miles is pretty average for the segment too.

The 2021 BMW X3 M40i offers the best gas mileage of 23 MPG combined. This is followed by the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 with a city gas mileage of 18 MPG and a highway gas mileage of 24 MPG. However, both the 2021 Porsche Macan S and the 2021 Audi SQ5 offered the same combined gas mileage of 20 MPG. The 2021 BMW X4 M40i also took the crown for offering the best in class tank range too.

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"Inside, the 2021 SQ5 come standard with sculpted sport seats and their available quilted-leather coverings leave no doubt as to this crossover's upscale intentions."- Caranddriver.com

The 2021 Audi SQ5 is a compact crossover luxury SUV that is available for sale at a base MSRP of $52,900 and goes all the way to $62,500. Coming in at a premium price tag, the 2021 SQ5 offers the most spacious cabin of the segment. This cabin could easily accommodate five passengers without feeling claustrophobic. Both the front and rear row gets impressive headroom and legroom as well. When it comes to the overall feel of the cabin, this German SUV managed to come out as the most opulent offering with leather-trimmed dashboard and door cards, sport seats, and a flat-bottom steering wheel with thump contours, making it a joy to use. The full-black interior with black or rotor gray seats and brushed aluminum inlays for the interior are also retained.

The front headroom and legroom of 41.7" and 41" is the highest of the premium compact SUV segment. The rear seat occupants will also have no issues regarding space on offer too. The under-thigh and lower back support offered by the rear seat makes it one of the best tools for hitting highways. Along with that, the 2021 Audi SQ5 also turned out to be quite spacious when it comes to the cargo front, offering 25.1 cubic feet. Available on sale for a base MSRP of $52,900, the 2021 Audi SQ5 also comes with a host of optional features with the $1,100 Convenience Package like keyless entry, hands-free tailgate release, auto-dimming mirrors, driver's seat memory, heated steering wheel, and SiriusXM radio All Access Service.

In comparison to the rivals of the compact luxury SUV segment, the 2021 Audi SQ5 turned out to be the most spacious offering, which is followed by the 2021 BMW X3 M40i with a slightly lower headroom and shoulder room for the front and rear row occupants. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 was less spacious than both the 2021 Audi SQ5 and the 2021 BMW X3 M40i. However, the 2021 Porsche Macan S'  interior space hasn't been revealed yet.  The 2021 Audi SQ5 retains the same 10.1" touchscreen MMI infotainment system with four corner buttons. This SUV comes with the 10-speaker audio system as standard. However, there is also an optional 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system for an additional $950. 

This MMI infotainment system also comes with many connectivity features like Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM radio, Bluetooth connectivity, etc. Navigation support is only offered with the top-of-the-line Prestige trim, which is available for sale at a base MSRP of $62,500. However, both the Premium and Premium Plus trim can be equipped with navigation for an additional $1,500, which also gives you the Audi Virtual Cockpit gauge cluster. Some of the other interior and infotainment features on offer with the 2021 Audi SQ5 has been mentioned below:

•  Android Auto and Apple Carplay compatibility
•  Bang & Olufsen19 speaker audio system
•  SiriusXM radio
•  Wireless charger
•  Bluetooth Connectivity
• 10.1" touchscreen MMI infotainment system
• 12.3" Audi Virtual cockpit
• Sport seats
• Heated seats and steering wheel
• Optional panoramic sunroof
• Tri-zone automatic climate control

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"A quad-exit exhaust system is complemented by a faux diffuser, while a subtle roof spoiler and slim roof rails balance the utilitarian vibe of the SUV with its sporty DNA."- Carbuzz.com

The 2021 Audi SQ5 managed to receive the most changes in the exterior front in comparison to the outgoing 2020 model. The 2021 Audi SQ5 comes with a tweaked front bumper and grille and updated LED headlights with LED DRLs, both of which make the front view of this compact luxury crossover SUV quite handsome. A class-leading height of 65.3" and a ground clearance of 8.2" also helps the 2021 Audi SQ5 to come out as a more versatile and spacious offering of the segment. The better height on offer is also translated to an impressive headroom on the inside.

The rear silhouette also sees minor changes in comparison to the outgoing 2020 SQ5. The main change is the addition of the OLED taillights to the top-of-the-line Prestige trim, which is available for sale at a base MSRP of $60,500. You could also notice the massive 20" summer performance tires that are wrapped in the all-new 20-inch 10-spoke star design platinum finish alloy wheels. The 2021 Audi SQ5 retains the same design language of the marque and helps the moniker to stand out due to the sharp body lines and subtle fender flares on the side profile. However, the curb weight of 4,321 lbs is on the higher side.

The 2021 BMW X3 M40i turned out to be the longest and tallest offering of the compact luxury SUV segment, which is followed by the 2021 Porsche Macan S offering the best in calls width of 76.2". The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 was the longest of the segment in terms of wheelbase, which is almost 2" more than what is offered by the 2021 Audi SQ5. Nevertheless, the 2021 BMW X4 M40i turned out to be the heaviest of the segment with a curb weight of 4,321 lbs. Some of the exterior features on offer with the 2021 Audi SQ5 has been mentioned below:

• LED headlights with LED DRLs
• 20-inch alloy wheels
• Rain sensing wipers
• Optional panoramic sunroof
• LED brake lights
• Lip spoiler
• Heated and powered side mirrors

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"Audi provides several collision-avoidance technologies as standard in this model, with more driver-assistance features available to those who are willing to pay for them."- Caranddriver.com

The 2021 Audi SQ5 hasn't been crash-tested by the NHTSA and IIHS yet. However, the 2021 Audi Q5, which is the moniker that the 2021 SQ5 is based upon, received an impressive overall crash safety rating of 5-stars in the NHTSA crash test. The frontal and side crash test also received a 5-star rating. However, the rollover crash test received a slightly lower 4-star rating. It also received a good rating in all the subsections of the IIHS crash test, making it one of the best of the compact crossover SUV segment.

The 2021 Audi SQ5 comes with a decent list of standard safety and driver-assistance features like front and rear automated emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, side-impact beams, tire pressure monitoring system, airbags, backup camera, and many more. However, some of the driver-assistance and safety features like adaptive cruise control with semi-autonomous driving, lane departure warning with lane-keeping assist, and rear side thoracic airbags can be had as an optional extra only.

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2021 Audi SQ5 vs 2021 BMW X3 M40i

The 2021 BMW X3 M40i is one of the most fun to drive and elegant SUVs of the compact premium SUV segment. This moniker offers a better 382 hp motor along with a slightly faster 0-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds. The handling and driving dynamics offered from this SUV, which is available for sale at a base MSRP of $56,895, is also superior to that of the 2021 SQ5. To top it all off, the 2021 X3 M40i is more fuel-efficient too. However, if you are looking for a more spacious and comfortable daily driver, the 2021 Audi SQ5 would be a better bet. The infotainment and features on offer as standard with the 2021 SQ5 are also better.

2021 Audi SQ5 vs 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 manages to trump the 2021 Audi SQ5 in certain areas like fuel efficiency, which is marginally better in the 2021 AMG GLC 43. The 3L twin-turbo V6 motor on offer with the 2021 AMG GLC 43 gave out a superior performance figure, making it faster in the 0-60 mph and quarter-mile times. However, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 is more expensive, coming out with a base selling price of $60,495. Along with that, it is neither as comfortable nor as spacious as the 2021 Audi SQ5.

2021 Audi SQ5 vs 2021 Porsche Macan S

The 2021 Porsche Macan S, which is available on sale for a base MSRP of $60,750, is the most expensive compact luxury crossover SUV of the segment. Even though the 2021 Porsche Macan S is superior to the 2021 Audi SQ5 in terms of driving experience on offer, they were more or less similar in terms of outright acceleration. The gas mileage was an identical 20 MPG combined too. What makes the 2021 Porsche Macan S hard to recommend in comparison to the 2021 SQ5 is due to the lower interior space on offer coupled with mediocre interior and driver-assistance features on offer as standard.

The 2021 Audi SQ5 turned out to be one of the most impressive compact luxury crossover SUVs on sale today. This moniker from Audi manages to come with an excellent powertrain setup that is mated to the legendary Quattro full-time AWD system, making it a powerful and dependable daily driver. The interior was also quite spacious and offered most of the bells and whistles as standard too. Available for sale at a base selling price of $52,900, the 2021 Audi SQ5 provides decent value for money in comparison to the rivals like the 2021 Porsche Macan S and the 2021 Mercedes Benz AMG GLC 43. Hence, if you could overlook the average handling and driving dynamics and mediocre gas mileage on offer, the 2021 Audi SQ5 should surely be on your shortlist.

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