The 2026 Audi SQ5 window sticker reads 23 mpg combined (21 city, 28 highway) for the 3L 6-cyl. NHTSA gives the 2017 SQ5 4 stars overall, and a used 2021 asks about $32,950 today.
The Audi SQ5 window sticker — build, options & years
The Audi SQ5 ran from 2014–2026 across 2 generations (2014–2024, 2025–2026).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Audi SQ5 VIN decoder.
What the Audi SQ5 sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 2026 SQ5:
The label also prints an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles, and 429 g/mi of CO₂. In its EPA class (Small Sport Utility Vehicle, 2026) the best SQ5 version ranks #45 of 57 on combined MPG (the class best is 43 mpg).
How the SQ5's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 2014 to 2026:
Combined went from 19 mpg in 2014 to 23 in 2026.
Safety ratings printed on the label
NHTSA results for the 2017 SQ5:
Against other models: safest cars ranking.
The SQ5 sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the SQ5 trails all 2: its most efficient 2026 version reads 23 mpg, the Toyota RAV4 43.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi SQ5 | 2026 | 4★ | |
| Toyota RAV4 | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Honda CR-V | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Tesla Model Y | — | 5★ |
What a used SQ5 sells for now
Median asking price by model year, from 43 live US listings:
| Model year | Median asking price | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 11 listings | |
| 2019 | 9 listings | |
| 2018 | 23 listings |
A 2021 SQ5 asks a median $32,950 today, a 2018 about $19,800. Full breakdown on the Audi SQ5 value page.
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SQ5 window sticker — every model year
ForCar has built 45 SQ5 window stickers from VINs so far, opened 89 times. The most requested model years are 2023, 2025 and 2026.
Any SQ5 from 2014–2026: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Audi models: Audi window stickers.
Other Audi window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi R8 | Two Seaters | 18 mpg | |
| Audi Q5 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 27 mpg | |
| Audi A4 | Compact Cars | 31 mpg | |
| Audi Q3 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 26 mpg | |
| Audi Q7 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg | |
| Audi A5 | Subcompact Cars | 30 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a Audi SQ5
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every SQ5, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Audi SQ5 all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the Audi SQ5 window sticker show?
The 2026 label shows up to 23 mpg combined, #45 of 57 in its EPA class (Small Sport Utility Vehicle). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $3,350 a year.
What safety rating is on the Audi SQ5 sticker?
4 stars overall from NHTSA for the 2017 model, by test: frontal crash 4, side crash 5, rollover 4.
Does the SQ5 sticker show better MPG than the Toyota RAV4?
No: the most efficient 2026 SQ5 reads 23 mpg combined, the 2026 Toyota RAV4 43.
Which Audi SQ5 years do people look up most?
2023, with 12 of the 45 SQ5 window stickers built on ForCar, followed by 2025 and 2026.
What is a used Audi SQ5 worth now?
A 2021 asks a median $32,950 and a 2018 about $19,800, across 43 live listings. More on the Audi SQ5 value page.
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