2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback FY Japanese Version

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

• Exterior refreshed with a coupe-like silhouette, OLED lighting, and quad exhaust outlets.

• Cabin now features 11.9-inch digital cluster, 14.5-inch OLED infotainment, and optional passenger display.

Design: Coupe-Like SUV with Sharper Details

The SQ5 Sportback has always carried a more athletic line than the standard Q5, and the 2025 version leans into that even more. The roofline still sweeps down towards the rear, but the detailing is bolder: a revised Singleframe grille, flanked by larger air intakes, slimmer headlights with OLED signatures, and a tail section finished off with a full-width light bar and four exhaust outlets.

The tweaks aren’t drastic, but they give the SQ5 a more planted, assertive stance—something Japanese buyers in this segment expect when cross-shopping against BMW’s X4 M40i or the AMG GLC 43 Coupe.

Powertrain: V6 Muscle with Quattro Confidence

Beneath the surface, Audi has kept the SQ formula familiar: a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 now tuned to 367 PS and 550 Nm. It’s paired with a 7-speed Tiptronic automatic and quattro all-wheel drive, a setup that remains one of the model’s calling cards.

Performance figures are impressive without being overblown: 0–100 km/h in around 4.5 seconds, with a top speed electronically capped at 250 km/h. In practice, that means brisk, confident acceleration for overtakes and plenty of traction in wet or winding conditions. It feels engineered for real-world versatility as much as outright pace.

Cabin: More Screens, More Tech

Inside, Audi has given the SQ5 a noticeable digital push. Ahead of the driver sits an 11.9-inch Virtual Cockpit, while the centre console houses a 14.5-inch OLED MMI display. Both are sharper, faster, and easier to use than the outgoing setup.

For passengers, Audi now offers an optional 10.9-inch screen on the passenger side—handy for navigation input or entertainment. A head-up display is available too, keeping essential driving info in view without looking away from the road.

As ever, the build quality leans towards solid and understated, with the option of a Bang & Olufsen premium audio system to complete the premium feel.

The SQ5 Sportback isn’t the most spacious SUV in Audi’s lineup, but it strikes a balance. The coupe roofline trims a bit of rear headroom, though the five-seat layout remains functional for family use. Cargo volume hasn’t been detailed in Japanese specs, but it remains close to the standard Q5 Sportback—more than enough for weekend trips or everyday commuting.

Technical Specification

Performance (hp and kW)

• Engine: 3.0-litre V6 turbocharged TFSI with mild hybrid (MHEV) system
• Maximum output: 270 kW (367 PS / 362 hp) at 5,500–6,300 rpm
• Peak torque: 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) at 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

• Curb weight: 2,115 kg (~4,662 lb)
• Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 4.5 seconds
• Top speed: 250 km/h (electronically limited)

Price (Japan)

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

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