“Very good build quality, performance, comfort, ride and handling. Stay away from the Hybrid Q 5. The SQ5 offers performance and features that are very cost effective if you want an alternative to a Macan S or Cayenne.”
2022 Audi SQ5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 Audi SQ5 is a light update, not a redesign. The main change is that Carbon Atlas interior inlays are standard across the lineup; otherwise, the SQ5 largely carries over from 2021.
About the 2022 Audi SQ5
2nd generation SQ5/Q5 family (FY, 2018-2024), second model year after the 2021 refresh; Sportback body style had just joined the U.S. range for 2021.
Audi positions the SQ5 as the faster, sharper version of the Q5: a compact luxury SUV that blends strong V6 performance, standard quattro all-wheel drive, and everyday usefulness. Its appeal is not just straight-line speed. The SQ5 also leans on a polished cabin, confident all-weather traction, and a more understated look than some rivals, making it a performance SUV for shoppers who want quick responses without giving up comfort or practicality.
The 2022 SQ5 is offered in Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige trims, all with a 349-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive. Premium Plus adds features such as a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, a panoramic sunroof, and a top-view camera, while Prestige brings navigation, a head-up display, premium audio, and upgraded lighting.
What changed, by category
Styling
Carbon Atlas interior inlays become standard on every SQ5 trim.
2022 Audi SQ5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Horsepower | 349 hp | 349 hp | 349 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Top View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| LED Tail Lights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2022 Audi SQ5?
The main change for the 2022 Audi SQ5 is standard Carbon Atlas interior inlays across all three trims. Most other equipment and the powertrain carry over from 2021.
Is the 2022 Audi SQ5 a redesign?
No, the 2022 Audi SQ5 is not a redesign. It is part of the second-generation SQ5 family and follows the broader refresh made for 2021.
Does the 2022 Audi SQ5 keep the same engine as the 2021 model?
Yes, the 2022 Audi SQ5 keeps the 349-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, eight-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive used for 2021.
What are the main differences among the 2022 Audi SQ5 trims?
Premium focuses on the core performance equipment, Premium Plus adds features such as a digital instrument display, panoramic sunroof, top-view camera, and upgraded driver assistance, and Prestige adds navigation, a head-up display, premium audio, upgraded lighting, and quieter front side glass.
Was the SQ5 Sportback new for 2022?
No, the Audi SQ5 Sportback was not new for 2022. That body style had joined the U.S. SQ5 range for 2021, so it carried into 2022.
2022 Audi SQ5 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Audi SQ5.
4.2
2022 Audi SQ5
(113 reviews)
“You won't regret it! By far the most pleasurable driving experience of any vehicle I've driven.”
“The pickup is awesome. The vehicle rides so smooth and is a pleasure to drive. I hate the cupholders, they are not large enough at all in the front or the back. I'm still trying to figure out how to turn some option on so it's a bit frustrating.”