Audi SQ5 FY
The torque-rich performance SUV that brought diesel back to the S-badge.
- Power
- 347 bhp
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Audi SQ5 FY
The second-generation Audi SQ5 (FY) initially launched with petrol power in Europe, but the 2019 return of the TDI diesel variant proved to be the definitive choice for long-distance performance. Featuring a 48V mild-hybrid system and an electrically powered compressor (EPC), it virtually eliminates turbo lag by pre-spinning the compressor at low revs. The result is a massive 700 Nm of torque available from just 2,500 rpm, providing effortless overtaking ability. While it lacks the high-revving drama of a petrol engine, its combination of real-world pace and efficiency makes it a highly capable all-rounder.
Audi SQ5 FY specs
The Audi SQ5 FY produces 347 bhp (259 kW) and 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | SQ5 |
| Generation | FY |
| Trim | 3.0 TDI |
| Years | 2017–2024 |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 3.0-litre V6 turbocharged diesel with electric compressor |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,967 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 347 bhp (259 kW) at 3,850 rpm |
| Torque | 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 2,075 kg (4,575 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 167 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Audi SQ5 FY rarity in CarSpot
The Audi SQ5 FY is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 30 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Audi SQ5 FY fun facts
- The SQ5 TDI uses an electric powered compressor (EPC) that can spin up to 65,000 rpm in just 300 milliseconds to eliminate low-end turbo lag.
- Despite being a diesel, the SQ5 features sound actuators in the exhaust system to give the V6 a more sonorous, sporty engine note.
- The 2020 model year was the last before the major 'facelift' update, which slightly adjusted power to 341 PS to meet stricter emissions standards.
