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2023 Audi SQ5 Sportback

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

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2023 Audi SQ5 Sportback comes equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and delivers EPA-estimated fuel economy of 19 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 21 mpg combined. Reliability records for the model year show six total owner complaints, with the electrical system and structure ranking as the top complaint categories, alongside two recalls issued to date. That low complaint count and narrow focus of issues point to a model year that is off to a comparatively stable start in its reliability history.

Model year20252024202320222021

Quick specs

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

Lug nut torque103.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
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 a BCI The Manufacturer used a variety of batteries during production. The Battery is vented to the outside of the vehicle. Battery should be carefully sized to fit vehicle. A scan tool must be used to register the new battery and reset the vehicles computer system after installation. PR Codes specify vehicles factory installed options. AGM VRLA Battery is required. PR-J0B: 49, PR-J0P: 95R, PR-J2D: 48, PR-J1N: 94R. Auxiliary LI-ion Only: PR-0K4: Non BCI Group Size · PR-J2D: 68; PR-J1N: 75; PR-J0B: 92; PR-J0P: 105 CCA battery, 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.

Battery groupBCI The Manufacturer used a variety of batteries during production. The Battery is vented to the outside of the vehicle. Battery should be carefully sized to fit vehicle. A scan tool must be used to register the new battery and reset the vehicles computer system after installation. PR Codes specify vehicles factory installed options. AGM VRLA Battery is required. PR-J0B: 49, PR-J0P: 95R, PR-J2D: 48, PR-J1N: 94R. Auxiliary LI-ion Only: PR-0K4: Non BCI Group Size · PR-J2D: 68; PR-J1N: 75; PR-J0B: 92; PR-J0P: 105 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size255/45R20 101HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8; Optional: 8, 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06M115441G alt 06M198405F
Engine air filter8W0133843
Spark plug06M905606F
Battery000915089BD
Front wiper blades80B998002
Thermostat06M121688 alt 06M121115N
Cabin air filter4M0819439C

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length184.6 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height65.4 in
Wheelbase111 in
Curb weight4266 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 Sportback of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.40 sec — 2022 Prestige
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022Prestige 3.0L Turbo V65.40 sec13.90 sec349 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 103.0 ft-lbs.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103.0 ft-lbs

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 2023 Audi SQ5 Sportback is positioned within a downward trend of federal reports, following the 11 complaints and 5 recalls seen in 2021 and preceding the 0 complaints and 1 recall of the 2025 model. The 2023 model year recorded four complaints across the electrical system, structure, vehicle speed control/service brakes, and steering/power train/wheels. This total includes one crash complaint and zero fire complaints, though the data does not specify the root causes of these issues. Because it falls in the middle of a declining arc of reported defects, the 2023 model demonstrates improved stability over the generation's earlier years. This is a good year to buy.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
600
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
6
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 6 components.

Electrical System,Structure1
Structure1
Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes1
Steering,Power Train,Wheels1
Unknown Or Other1
Engine1

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 600 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

Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.

VIN
Decode a VIN to confirm the transmission and build data for a specific SQ5 Sportback. OEM
Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
Check open recall campaigns against a specific vehicle by VIN.

Vehicles with shared specs

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

Group T batteryEngine 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 Sportback have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the SQ5 Sportback get?

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