2024 Audi SQ5 vs. 2024 Toyota Sequoia Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi SQ5

2024 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $57,700
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2024 Toyota
Sequoia

MSRP*: $61,275 to $81,265
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MPG - City 19 MPG 19 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 86.9 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 437-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 437 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 8,980 - 9,520 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 208.1 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 79.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 39.2 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.4 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Audi SQ5 than the Toyota Sequoia. The Toyota Sequoia offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Audi SQ5, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
With the Toyota Sequoia, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Audi SQ5, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 Toyota Sequoia, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi SQ5 is much slimmer than the Toyota Sequoia, 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 Toyota Sequoia.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Sequoia is clearly the choice over the Audi SQ5 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Audi SQ5 has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota Sequoia.

Powertrain
The Audi SQ5 has much lower torque than the Toyota Sequoia, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

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