2018 Audi SQ5 Quattro Reviewed

We check out the go-fast version of Audi's second-generation crossover. Is this loaded version worth the $68,000 asking price? Is it extra special or just extra expensive?
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[@WorldReserveCurrency]

I love the SQ5. Beautiful crossover. Elegant, refined, and sporty.

[@KingOfNy9]

Wish the center console represented the car better. A shame you have to goto the Q7 to get a nicer one.

[@MrGBAmax]

Owned GLC300 for 2 years, and now I changed to SQ5. People may ask why not 43? I test drove both. 43 is much quicker than sq5, but Sq5 is much more comfortable and better interior ( sq5's temperature controller is much easier to use :D ).

[@Robertking1996]

IAN Z really? I prefer Mercedes interior

[@TeXasDadBod]

They are both basic “luxury “ vehicles it’s not like either one is a Rs or S class model the amg43 is what I call the almost there Mercedes model lol for those who didn’t make it to 63 . Audi’s are what I always bought when I didn’t want people to think I had any money . These are for moms and dads who want to feel like they have finally made it . Like an introductory fee to cable they lure you in with the cheap shiney shit then they fuck you on the bills cause of the brand name .

[@elite76]

Relax, people still dont think you have any money.

[@erickang7177]

iron rf// I don’t know what experience this person had with the Audi SQ or Mercedes AMG43 vehicles. But, it sounds like you’ve never had money to purchase either one, and will never have. Poor soul. Work hard and try to buy one in the future mate.

[@tonybailey89]

lol you made the Audi sound like someone is pulling up to a party in a honda vs a BMW...I think Audi has much more cache than "oh that's nice" lol

[@adventurer4188]

Guy nailed in on the head, it’s an over versatile vehicle that can take on any surface anywhere. It’s not a look at me car, it’s a for you car. The exhaust notes, amazing power, handling, ride quality, craftsmanship, & tech that even competes with today’s vehicles. You will be very pleased to own one of these.

[@MultiMb77]

I purchased one of these a couple of hours ago, pretty much the same spec actually, and I cant wait!.. replacing a range rover with it!

[@montetown8836]

So what do you think? I saw someone comment you feel every bump in the road and I have a hard time believing that especially if in comfort mode.

[@MultiMb77]

Mo Town it’s very smooth, and as you say when in comfort mode it’s a proper cruiser. Not as comfy as the Range Rover, but it soaks up everything! When in dynamic though, you can tell the difference. I need to play around with the individual mode as I would like to make the steering heavier, I find it a bit too light

[@origamicrane685]

Great review. Liked the part about the blind spot awareness also including the light inside the car.

[@pjn934]

Great review. I've got the Australian 3litre TDI 210kW 620Nm and it's an under-the-radar-stealth-bomber. What a car.

[@930205as]

But why is there no real exhaustpipes!!! :(

[@pesto12601]

So your shoes don't get dirty... lol... what is the big deal with the pipes folks?

[@robertb.4202]

pesto12601, exposes tailpipes can add to the sporty design of the vehicle. Also, the signature design cue for S-series Audi models is quad exhaust outlets.

[@erickang7177]

Every single person who complains about the fake exhaust pipes cannot afford the SQ5 anyway. Lol. Dream on~

[@djdoomy]

personally I think that Stelvio has a far worse design than SQ5. The lines in Stelvio are really outdated. It's just that Alfa Romeo had a long period of time where they didn't do anything as far as cars are concerned so people forgot about them and now it looks like something fresh for them. Whereas Audi has released more models and more frequent therefore it's already in your mind so you think it looks boring.

[@georgeskiener7709]

Very good review. I absolutely love mine.

[@kmuinde]

Good car, your right i never buy a car because of what other people think its mine not there's

[@hamadko6761]

Alfa romeo Ugly

[@robertb.4202]

The Audi SQ5: Refined, luxurious...and it farts.

[@focibc]

Thank you

[@montetown8836]

Excellent video / review.

[@johnblaze562]

I only paid 3k additional for my sport package

[@أحفادطارقبنزياد-ق9ي]

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[@bradwilliams3711]

I just bought a sq5 the engine And transmission are great the only negative is the ride you feel every bump in the road.

[@joebarh]

brad williams did u get the air suspension??

[@Justiceone88]

Mine is smoooooth air susp

[@variabl3]

The "T" in V6 T stands for TFSI. :)

[@murok9042]

Would be nice but nope it stands for Turbo ;)

[@variabl3]

@@murok9042 no, it doesn't lol... I know that they have a turbo from 2017 on, but my 2016 has the same badging and the T stands for TFSI which is standard for both engines

[@kingmiller1982]

@@variabl3 wrong again buddy

[@variabl3]

@@kingmiller1982 My information is direct from Audi (not an Audi dealership).

[@JustinFH]

@@kingmiller1982 Nah he's right. Even the supercharged 6's from 2013 had the V6T badging.

[@francisgutierrez5954]

Great job. I love it

[@reachforthesky1576]

Music spoils things. You need to review this.

[@jamisteven1]

No wireless CarPlay?!

[@kingmiller1982]

What do you think clown

[@porkorosso7885]

I love it too. Help. My Tourareg RLine goes back in June so looking for next Car. Was thinking about the New Cayenne (base model) or SQ5. If I spec the Cayenne in just a basic way it is similar in price. Thoughts...thanks.

[@jasonleon1976]

Just my 2 cents. I’ve just ordered the SQ5 after much research with other models. Namely the BMW X3M40i, Mercedes AMG GLC43 and the Porsche Macan S (granted not the Cayenne but still very similar in design). I extensively test drove all the above. I narrowed it down to 2 (The SQ5 and BMW). Both of these models cabin and tech massively outclassed the Porsche in my opinion. I guess it depends what your after in the vehicle. The badge? Or the Specifications (Audi hardly has a weaker badge then the Porsche in my opinion also). The virtual cockpit of the Audi is a class above anything else. Hope that helps😀

[@porkorosso7885]

jasonleon1976 thanks. I’ve had a Cayenne 6 years ago and actually sold it after 2 years. But my kids have left home now so I don’t need such a large car. The SQ5 makes me smile so much more. I prefer it. I’ll take your advice. Cheers.

[@jasonleon1976]

Porko Rosso no problem glad I can help. I would highly recommend taking both the Porsche and Audi out for a spin ideally in the same day and have a play with the tech and see which you prefer. I sat in the Porsche after I had a play in the Audi and when I saw the analogue dashboard it just seemed dated after the virtual cockpit of the Audi. And that google earth at your fingertips was a master stroke by Audi. Good luck with which ever you choose👍

[@mannyechaluce3814]

Price is basically why the Porsche is a hard sell, the Macan/Cayenne does give you a sporty drive that the others can't provide, but very pricey. If you are not buying for performance than yes don't get a Porsche...

[@rg3dc913]

If I were you I would wait for the 2019 models of each vehicle and then decide. Audi's virtual cockpit will be obsolete in a couple of months when the 2019 model comes out. Cayenne is also all new for 2019 but the Q7 is more comparable to the Cayenne.

[@flash8051]

0-60 in 5 seconds? Seems like it could do better than that?

[@DavidWilliams03]

Nope unless you tune her

[@colet151]

There’s actually 2 USB PORTS

[@X737_]

He was describing the rear ‘brains’

[@nathanc5789]

GLE43 all day

[@ShermanMR2]

WHHHAAAAAAAAT

[@rg3dc913]

The 2018 SQ5 is all new and on a new platform. Within 12 months (when the 2019 model comes out) the virtual cockpit and MMI will be outdated/obsolete. This is just unacceptable for a brand like Audi. Audi should have been more transparent and I could have avoided purchasing the vehicle. Only 2019 or newer Audi vehicles will be able to view Google Earth after 2020.

[@rg3dc913]

Alam Sekander I thought everyone can Google anything. Here is the thread of the discussion and take a close look at Audi of America's responses. www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=804214

[@pjn934]

I don't get this this - is anyone really that dependent on Google Earth to drive somewhere? Really? I can slip a SIM card into the card to get data for GE but why? It has SatNav. I have an iPhone so I have CarPlay, Siri AND SatNav. It's the point of diminishing returns. You are meant to be DRIVING the car right??

[@pesto12601]

fast forward to 2020 and hey - what do you know.. it still works! Panic and mayhem avoided..... LOL... of course, google earth and traffic only work if pay Audi's crazy pricing. Better off using Android Auto and just avoid the Virtual Cockpit... great idea.. but since you can't get anything other than stock nav to show, useless unless you are willing to pay Audi's crazy 18 month $500 subscription!

[@jasonswift7098]

It's called a SUV not a cross-over and the honda cr-v and rav4 are crap cars and not class leading.

[@58HUSTLER]

They're not crap cars, they're for folks who can't afford a Audi, BMW, Mercedes, etc.

[@davidorgun6838]

I bought GLC43 crossover over the Audi. Mercedes is faster.

[@gordonyz4]

X3 M40i is even faster

[@davidorgun6838]

gordonyz4 GLC43 0 to 60 in 4.2 seconds.

[@DeeJayAdverb]

but the X3 sucks tho

[@jasonleon1976]

David Orgun on another post you say you have an SQ5. Call me sceptical 🕵️‍♂️

[@davidorgun6838]

jasonleon1976 I sold it.

[@TeXasDadBod]

I hate how all these luxury brands have shitty base models just so someone else can say they own one cause it’s the same price as a Durango srt but comes with Audi name on it . I think the base models in Audi should start at S not at the A class. I know people will say “ but I don’t like speed just luxury...” go buy a damn Lincoln then lol 😂 .

[@Not_nice718]

Nice but when you driving it and doing 80 it’s like you doing 60 lol

[@RADGarage]

You nailed it. It's not about what other people think. I love mine.

[@porkorosso7885]

RAD Garage hi. Would appreciated your thoughts. See my comment above. Cheers.

[@Lilthreeway620]

RAD Garage sub me also a car channel

[@bill8298]

It's actually that people don't stand up and notice that I love ... flying under the radar is the only way to go .

[@JakeDrives1]

I've owned several Audi's and watching/reading all of the reviews I felt so let down by this new one. I went and test drove one, Audi's in general but especially this new SQ5 are a vehicle you have to EXPERIENCE to appreciate. It's not fair to judge it just by numbers or a comparison against it's rivals.. to drive it is to LOVE it, to find fascinantion in the engineering that went into this thing. It's not razor sharp but it hauls ass, the shifts are nice and quick and there's a nice little "brraaap" between gears. I am so ordering one when i'm ready to buy early next year. I test drove the BMW and it was super nice, faster than the SQ5 for sure and it backed up BMW's driver focused history in a surprising way, but it lacked the outright class, warmth and timelessness that the Audi offers, and felt alittle cheap by comparison. So, I may clearly have a bias but it's been established through time and experience with good reason.

[@58HUSTLER]

@@JakeDrives1 Yeah, been doing lots of research on this class, and it all seems to point to this: The BMW and the Mercedes are more sports car oriented than the Audi, which seeks to deliver the best of both worlds. So basically, if you're willing (and/or wanting) to trade off comfort and everyday drivability for a tad more in the sports driving area, then pick either the Beamer or the Merc. I'm sold on the Audi. Not that it's superior, it just seems the better choice for everyday driving.

[@md8744]

love this channel a lot . He always bring us to nature kind of country side

[@summerbreeze5758]

How does this steering wheel feel like? Does it feel like a S5? I don’t like the q5 the steering wheel is loose! But the S5 is perfect!!! Please answer...

[@LukeTrends]

Just bought one love it

[@odonnellsaussiehomestead8257]

Just started watching u. Luv u so I'm subbing u awsome 🥰👍

[@bowbowx]

great review

[@armaniusmaximus]

Hi Ryan. For the "normal" 2018-2020 Q5's, what is the effect on the all wheel drive system when I place the Q5 in "off road" mode? Likewise, what happens to the all wheel drive when I use the "dynamic" mode? Lastly, does the Q5 have torque vectoring like an Acura? My 2020 Q5 does not have the air suspension. Thanks for the help. I've looked for that information everywhere and can't seem to find the answer. Thank you.

[@dumisanid8733]

Lol that Hoooho that sound part

[@kiofrenzy]

buying audi quattro for your own

[@victorvandyke9898]

Great review. When I ordered mine, the Sports (Air) suspension wasn't available, I also elected the standard seat Package, meaning I didn't get the quilted leather, but Alcantara that is really nice and warms up in a heartbeat! I do have the 21" wheels and they were a handful in this terrible winter we had here in the North East. Even with Quatro, the Summer tires were just not up to the job, slipping and sliding all over the place, scary. Order All Season tires if you can. Ended up getting 20" Goodyear Weather Ready tires that were great. Look for these, they were specially designed for the North East, where a lot of people have both Summer and Winter tires. This tire is all weather and can be driven year round and carries a 65,000 mile warranty. Even with the "Snow" rating! The only one out there right now.

[@q2subzero]

This car makes farting noises each time it shifts.... other than that, i love it.

[@pesto12601]

Change to non-dynamic drive mode... no more farts

[@PolyKids808]

Farting noise? Is it bad?

[@jasonleon1976]

Easy viewing 👏👌