2024 Audi SQ5 vs. 2024 Chevrolet Suburban Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi SQ5

2024 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $57,700
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2024 Chevrolet
Suburban

MSRP*: $59,200 to $82,900
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MPG - City 19 MPG 14 - 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 9 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 144.7 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 5.3-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 355 - 420 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 7,900 - 8,300 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 225.7 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 81.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Suburban than in the Audi SQ5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Chevrolet Suburban will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi SQ5.

Convenience
The Chevrolet Suburban requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Audi SQ5, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Audi SQ5 is a better financial choice over the Chevrolet Suburban, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi SQ5 is much slimmer than the Chevrolet Suburban, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi SQ5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Chevrolet Suburban.

Handling
The Audi SQ5 has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Chevrolet Suburban, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Chevrolet Suburban is clearly the choice over the Audi SQ5 for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Audi SQ5 and the Chevrolet Suburban.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Audi SQ5 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Chevrolet Suburban.

Utility
The Audi SQ5 has less seating than the Chevrolet Suburban, making the Chevrolet Suburban the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Audi SQ5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Chevrolet Suburban.