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2023 Audi SQ5

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 SQ5.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2023 Audi SQ5, built on Audi’s robust SUV platform, delivers a balanced driving experience with an automatic S8 transmission and EPA-rated fuel economy of 19/24/21 mpg. In its most recent year, owner complaints total only two, focused on electrical system and structural issues, and the vehicle has received no recalls. Across the 2013‑2025 model range, the SQ5’s complaint count has ranged from a low of one in 2013 to a high of 23 in 2018, placing the 2023 model in the lower end of its historical reliability spectrum. This context indicates that the 2023 SQ5 remains a dependable choice within the series, with minimal reported problems for this generation.

Model year202520242023202220212020

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy19/24/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 06M115441G. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06M115441G alt 06M198405F
Engine air filter8W0133843
Spark plug06M905606F
Battery000915089BD
Front wiper blades80B998002
Thermostat06M121688 alt 06M121678H
Cabin air filter4M0819439C

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length184.3 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height65.4 in
Wheelbase111 in
Curb weight4398 lb
Track (front / rear)63.8 / 63.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 24 / 21 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the SQ5 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.3–5.3 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.30 sec — 2025 Prestige
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2021Prestige 3.0L Turbo V64.70 sec13.40 sec349 hpAWD
2025Prestige 3.0L Turbo V64.30 sec12.90 sec349 hpAWD
2025Prestige 3.0L Turbo V65.00 sec13.50 sec349 hpAWD
2018V6T Prestige 3.0L Turbo V65.00 sec13.50 sec354 hpAWD
2018V6T Prestige 3.0L Turbo V65.10 sec13.70 sec354 hpAWD
2018V6T Premium Plus 3.0L Turbo V65.30 sec13.80 sec354 hpAWD

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 40,000 mi.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire Repair Kit Sealant (inspect)
Every 20,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Door Hinge (lubricate) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 40,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 60,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The federal record reveals a distinct arc for this generation, with complaint and recall activity spiking significantly during the 2018–2021 period—peaking at 23 complaints and five recalls in 2018—before trending downward in subsequent years. While 2023 is not explicitly listed in the year-by-year array, it falls between the elevated 2021 period (11 complaints, 5 recalls) and the quieter 2024–2025 model years (4–5 complaints, 0–1 recalls), positioning it within the generation’s reliability improvement trajectory. Target-year data for 2023 shows minimal complaint volume with only two reported issues—one electrical/structure related and one forward collision avoidance—along with zero crash and fire complaints, suggesting the platform had stabilized by this production year. The data does not specify root causes for the 2023 complaints, though the low incidence aligns with the broader post-2021 decline in reported issues. Given its placement after the generation’s most problematic years and the sparse, non-safety-critical complaint record, the 2023 SQ5 represents a comparatively sound purchase within this lineup.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
763
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
2
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.

Electrical System,Structure1
Forward Collision Avoidance1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 763 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB_2076404_82026-06-29Unknown Or OtherThis bulletin provides a deployment overview for customer service packages MLB and MQB…
TSB_2074640_32026-06-26EngineThis bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000…
TSB_2079226_52026-06-24StructureThis bulletin provides information when the sliding glass panoramic sunroof is leaking.
TSB_2074729_32026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of…
TSB_2059335_72026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Engine oil filter 06M115441GEngine air filter 8W0133843Spark plug 06M905606FBattery 000915089BD

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2023 SQ5 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the SQ5 get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined mpg.