2025 Audi SQ5 FY Japanese Version

• Powered by a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 producing 367 PS (270 kW) and 550 Nm, paired with a 7-speed Tiptronic and quattro AWD.

• Exterior updates bring a more defined grille, slim new headlights, OLED tail lamps, and quad exhaust outlets.

• Cabin upgrades include an 11.9-inch Virtual Cockpit, a 14.5-inch OLED MMI screen, and optional Bang & Olufsen audio.

Design: Sharpened but Familiar

Audi has kept the SQ5’s shape familiar but worked in just enough changes for 2025 to make it feel current. The Singleframe grille now sits with a stronger outline, and the headlamps have been narrowed, carrying a new LED signature. The rear gains a full-width OLED light bar, matched with a tidy diffuser and quad exhaust outlets. From some angles it looks broader, more planted, though the overall profile still speaks the same restrained Audi language.

V6 Power with Quattro Control

The SQ5 FY keeps the formula that buyers expect. Under the bonnet is the 3.0-litre turbocharged V6, delivering 367 PS and 550 Nm. That output is managed by a 7-speed Tiptronic automatic, with Audi’s quattro all-wheel drive always engaged.

Performance figures are straightforward: 0–100 km/h in about 4.5 seconds, with the top speed held at 250 km/h. It’s not the sort of powertrain chasing drama. Instead, it delivers clean acceleration and sure-footed traction—traits that suit Japan’s mix of dense city roads and long expressways.

Inside the Updated Cabin

Audi has nudged the SQ5’s interior into a more digital era. The driver faces an 11.9-inch Virtual Cockpit, while the centre stack is dominated by a 14.5-inch OLED MMI screen. Response times are quicker, graphics sharper. For passengers, an optional 10.9-inch display adds another layer of usability, and a head-up display is available for those who want key info right in their sightline.

Material quality remains consistent with Audi’s reputation—solid, understated, and premium without fuss. For those who care about sound, the optional Bang & Olufsen system turns the SQ5 into something close to a moving concert hall.

Space and Everyday Usability

The SQ5 is still a five-seat SUV. Cargo space is slightly less than the standard Q5 due to its sporty packaging, but remains practical for everyday life. Audi hasn’t published Japan-specific cargo numbers yet, though it’s comparable to other models in the range: enough for weekend bags, daily errands, or the occasional family outing.

Technical Specification

Performance (hp and kW)

• Engine: 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 (EA839) with mild hybrid assistance
• Power Output: 367 PS (~270 kW / 362 hp) at 5,500–6,300 rpm
• Torque: 550 Nm across 1,700–4,000 rpm

Body Measurements (mm and in)

• Length: 4,715 mm (~185.6 in)
• Width: 1,900 mm (~74.8 in)
• Height: 1,645 mm (~64.8 in)
• Wheelbase: 2,820 mm (~111 in)

Powertrain

• Transmission: 7-speed Tiptronic automatic
• Drivetrain: quattro all-wheel drive (standard)

Capacities & Performance Metrics

• Curb Weight: 2,115 kg (~4,662 lb)
• Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 4.5 seconds
• Top Speed: 250 km/h (electronically limited)
• Maximum Payload: 495 kg (~1,091 lb)
• Towing Capacity: 2,400 kg (~5,290 lb)

Price (Japan)

• Starting MSRP: ¥10,580,000 (including tax)

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