Is The AUDI SQ5 TDi Audi's BEST All Rounder? **In Depth Review**
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- Опубликовано: 24 мар 2022
- "I never understood the whole SUV/crossover thing"
Welcome to Audi's first "performance diesel" vehicle; the Audi SQ5 TDi!
Now we are very open minded here at Accelerate, but the idea of a performance vehicle powered by a diesel engine didn't quite sit right with me (Drew). With this in mind, I had to experience the SQ5 TDi and see if it had earned the right to wear the famous "S" badge.
As you'll see, we may have been converted...
Join us as we carry out a full, in depth review of the Audi SQ5, go over its features and get it out on the road to put it through it's paces!
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Love my B8R SQ5 in the 3.0T. Some tuning, pulleys, larger HX, e40, weight reduction and its a true head turner.
I'm the original owner of my 2015 Q5 S-line TDI with 55k and it has been a joy to own.. a rocket off the line, versatile, plenty of cargo space to haul my life from City to City. 40+mpg..
You really get 40mpg ?
@@TheWoopy93 probably the 2.0 TDI
@@donkeydeakin there all 3l
@@donkeydeakin the 4 cylinder uses more fuel
@@yetiboy01australia23 2.0 4 cylinder uses more fuel than the 3.0 v6?
I bought a brand new SQ5 QR back in 2013. I've driven 112,000 kms. I even have a 2' hitch receiver on it and have driven to the country to ride my bike. Overall the car has been good. Been through 3 sets of tyres and currently run Pirelli Pzero PZ4 (R01) tyres. I've installed an integrated aftermarket AppleCar to it. I've recently replaced the front pads and rotors, Front Control Arm and Bushes, 2 rear pads and one rotors. Going in for engine mounts soon. I have a slight weep from the upper sump. However its not leaking and theres no low oil warnings. Hope to keep for another 2-3 years and then maybe I'll get an RSQ3.
I had a 2016 SQ5 Plus which was the “last hurrah” of the old shape. It came from the factory with 340PS/700Nm and I had a mild remap that added about 15% to those figures. They aren’t DSG boxes but my remap did take it from being as smooth as silk to having a slight grab on certain shifts. Mine had a sports diff too. It was an epic car. Regret selling it.
What did you replace it with?
just bought one of these! cannot wait to pick it up! great vid.
Really appreciate the support! 🙏
I am not one for modern vehicles, but this one really surprised us both!
Hope you enjoy your purchase!
Thank you for watching!
- Drew
Thanks guys! First time watching the channel as I was researching buying an SQ5. Good work on reviewing the pros/cons, when you mentioned low rpm ‘turbo lag’ at 15:30 it does feel like that but it actually has nothing to do with the turbos. It’s the pesky EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) system which is taking exhaust gases and forcing them back through the intake to try to burn them again! Most diesel manufacturers jumped on this stupid bandwagon to quote better emissions. This feels like lag but it is basically the car struggling to breathe until the end of 1st into 2nd where the fresh/unused oil/air mix overwhelms the dirty air and the car can breathe again giving you full power/torque.
I have a highly modified track car that started life as a BMW 123d but now has an Alpina spec BiTurbo engine, the first modification was to remove the EGR and the difference to low rpm performance was night and day.
Keep up the good work and I hope this information helps.
From a BMW & Audi guy!
Oliver
SQ5 (yes I bought one!) = Family bus
BMW/Alpina = track day fun without the family!
Thank you for watching and thank you for the kind words!
I was always under the impression EGR systems are only active at partial throttle? (Pardon my knowledge if that's incorrect)
But, much like yourself, any car I own the EGR valve comes straight out and you instantly feel the benefit.
Wow, a 123d track car, that's an unusual choice! I'm guessing it performs well on track???
Thank you for the info!
- Drew
@@accelerateyoutube Thanks for the reply Drew!
The 3.0 D V6 BiTurbo engine is a corker, I had that unit in a modified A7 I built (I could find a picture if you like Audi's?!).
Even if the EGR isn't activated there is always a build up of soot left over as the system isn't 100% efficient. Remember, EGR/DPF systems were only invented to cheat emissions figures, they do not help an ICE unit in anyway. ICE engines get their lowest emission performance at 90 degree engine temp so throwing exhaust gases back through is already asking a lot and on top of that have you seen the cost of an EGR/intake clean?! c£600+ in my opinion it's a ridiculous technology and don't get me started on start/stop!!
123d track car - yes it performs very well bang for buck! 12 track days and I haven't been overtaken......yet! The first mod was EGR removal, I drove it before and straight after, it was a massive difference and the EGR/intake was filthy with soot, no good for the engine. Before it came off it had no real go under 1400rpm (also thought potential lag) but when the EGR came off it picked up around 800rpm and now 1st gear performance is insane!
I have a 7 stage map programme on it (changeable on my phone via bluetooth) so on '1' it has 211hp/333lbft and I get 500-600 miles range (if driven like Lance Stroll!) but on '7' it produces 304hp/444lbft and that's plenty enough for track days believe me.
Do you guys do Track Days much?
Need an Instructor?? 🤗
Cheers,
Oliver
very good SUV, perhaps the best in its class, and little has been written about it. Today, perhaps the best choice if you are thinking of buying a used car. I have been using it since 2014. exceeded 100000mil. problems: changed two poor shock absorbers one engine mount and the front bearing. Few cars can follow me on a mountain winding road, fantastic lay, no twisting almost like a smaller sports car. If you drive it according to traffic regulations you have consumption like a small Ford Fiesta. all recommendations
First review done, well done lads good vid good review ticked the boxes again lads,
Much appreciated brother! 🙏
Thank you for the support as always!
- Drew
Excellent review… thanks guys 👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Another great video guys
Thank you dude! 🙏
Appreciate the support as always!
- Drew
Picked up a white 2013 SQ5 with software upgrade from a meticulous former owner. Has nice options and runs 390hp and 930Nm. Lovely car to take on long drives, and no AdBlue
😮 wow! I bet that thing flies!
We were very surprised by how quick they are, but in an instant can go from a performance vehicle, to a comfy cruiser!
Do they not have adblue???
Thank you for watching & commenting!
- Drew
@@accelerateyoutube I think from 2015 they did change to AdBlue. They have a nice sound for a diesel engine, apparently it comes from a speaker under the car
@@way2move510 The AdBlue came in for the Euro Cap Emissions - late16 plate onwards, i'm on my second B5 SQ5,15 plate & now a 17 Plate Plus+, yes there are 2x sound Generators/speakers in the twin Tail System...... plumbed in to give a Better deeper Bass
I loved that car it was so comfy to be in! and it handled so well !
I know, right!
I think they need to straight pipe it like yours! 😂
- Drew
@@accelerateyoutube I am still curious if they actually share the same engine 🤔
Another awesome review Lads👍🏴
Much appreciated as always man!
Thanks for watching & commenting!
- Drew
@@accelerateyoutube No probs Drew👍
Good review men :)
Why thank you sir!
Trying to be a bit more versatile lol
Thank you for the support as always!
- Drew
The SQ5 is fitted with an 8 speed ZF Torque Converter transmisson, not a dual clutch S-Tronic. Reason being the torque produced by the bi-turbo engine exceed the limits of the S-Tronic
Also, those wheels were standard fit on SQ5 Plus models. Optional extra's on the regular SQ5
Thanks. We were not sure exactly which box it had. And yes we stated that the wheels come on the SQ5 Plus.
Thank you for your comment.
Ken
The back cargo lid, can be pulled out in back trunk area, didn’t show cup holders in back seat arm rest, or show how you can easily lower the back seats flat with lever in the trunk area. Also back seats tilt a little back for extra ride comfort. wife bought a 2014 Q5 tdi, I liked it so much I bought a used 2015 Q5 TDI. Great all around suv.👍🏻👍🏻 not to big, and not to small, and can haul a decent size trailer. Comes with cross rails for ski racks too.
I wish I got 47 mpg on a run, more like 35-38 and that's at 70mph using C/C.
I have a mk2 SQ5 TFSI and the 1st gen is still a good car!
Nice video watching from Belgium🇧🇪👍🏼
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it!!
Ken
Wow! We always love hearing from our supporters abroad!
Thank you for watching/commenting!
- Drew
I own the last one of the 8r gen and they are really lovely, great daily’s
Me to a SQ5 2017 but the infotainment has no Bluetooth for music. Bizar
@@Iamjustabirdinthesky heeft de mijne wel alleen via telegram bellen en daarna terug muziek heb ik raar geluid
@@Koza_Cara ja man kan toch niet bij zulke auto’s. Ik ga apple car play laten installeren
@@Iamjustabirdinthesky dacht ik ook aan
@@Koza_Cara ik ga het binnenkort laten doen dan laat ik je weten of het echt beter is
Hi what are common problems on these?
The SQ5 has a 8 speed torque converter, not a 7 speed duel clutch
Reasonable review guys but quoting manufactures claimed mpg is ridiculous. Thankfully a couple of real world owners have put out a reality check. Jump ahead of many a reviewer and simply monitor the mpg. And, yes it is an important fact when you consider you can’t use the power 90% of the times on our roads. Try cruising at 70 on a motorway for 30 mins. Doesn’t take it a lot of effort.
The reference to the vast torque and effortless grippy progression was well put over…. Just my tuppence. I am considering getting one after all. Thanks.
Thanks. Yes this was one of our first reviews so we were still learning a few things. Since then, as you said, we ask the owners what sort of mpg they are getting as it's more realistic and not a sales pitch.
Hope you find you car soon.
Thanks
Ken
I have the "old" one from 2014 and i love that V6 Tdi 🇵🇹🍻
They really are great engines!
- Drew
It does come with a better infotainment system with Bluetooth audio, calls and nav as well as a higher res screen and drive select. You'd know because it will have a rotor controller knob just below the gear shifter with more buttons
Yes we did state this particular model had the basic infotainment system. Having the better system would probably feel more premium too.
Thanks
Ken
They have not got the dsg box ! It has a torque converter
Belle vidéo 👌 😉 Audi 👍
Gracias....oh wait, wrong language!
Merci beaucoup!
- Drew
@@accelerateyoutube Merci 😉 🇫🇷 🏴 😉
The gear box on the sq5 is made by zf and is an 8speed zh8ph as found in lots of cars , Rolls-Royce to name one .
It used a torque converter and is not a dsg box
Great review other wise chaps
Ah, thank you for clearing that up. That's the one aspect we were not 100% sure of.
Thanks for the kind words, still fairly new at doing reviews as opposed to features.
Thank you for watching & commenting.
- Drew
True that, one of the strong sides of these 313hp audis
The exhausts have speakers built inside them to give the v8 sound, wouldn't have the petrol one it's very thirsty and has no exhaust tips, thank god they've gone back to diesel, fast car tho I own one.
Wow, I didn't realise that! Just did a quick Google search and found they do actually have "sound actuators" so thank you for the info!
They are very good cars indeed, how long have you owned yours?
Thank you for watching & commenting!
- Drew
I've had it just over 1 year, great car pulls like a train, and great MPG
Best car on the road after the Porsche Macan, love it for the price.
My 2013 3.0T Q5 is going strong at 205k miles on the odometer
😮 that's impressive!
Any major issues during that time?
- Drew
@@accelerateyoutube Oil loss(About a qt/week): I replaced the valve cover gasket, but it kept losing oil. Next step is PCV, and I’ll do the thermostat and water pump while the supercharger is off.
@@RemyISnowhow did it go on?
@@ka3axka370 It wasn’t the PCV. Just burning past the piston rings, and general sweating. Ended up getting rear-ended and totaled around 230k miles. Picked up a 2016 A6 3.0T CREC and 2017 Q7 3.0T. Both just above 100k miles and no oil issues yet. Knock on wood.
@@RemyISnowthanks for that saw a cheap sq5 one owner 205k miles from new full main dealer (Audis) service history you recon it’s worth it?
And what was your average MPG in moderate use
Cheers
The box is zf 8 speed
Is that same gearbox as the new BMW,s?
@@Jason-hz5zc Basically, with some variation to ratios depending on vehicle application
Great review guys, one thing I’d say is stop talking over eachother
Well done for first one, you got a subscriber. One advice only, you don’t need to speak only positive things about car. Next time leave the owner in bar and do your thing. You reviewed sq5 without navigation, it is expensive AF and to untrained eye looks like every other q5, that gearbox is not looking good btw.
Very much appreciated. 🙏
The owner did actually leave the car with us. The gentlemen you see in the back of the car is a friend/assistant to the channel.
I do understand what you're saying, we could have been a bit more critical and will certainly keep it in mind for the next review. We may have been simply too excited for our first review, and that of such a surprising car lol
I am very old school and prefer older cars/technology, including torque converts. Kenny will have to drag me into modern cars, kicking and screaming!
Thank you for watching and thank you for the feedback!
- Drew
@@accelerateyoutube Cant beat a torque converter for daily driving, nothing comes close to the smoothness & you can even even reverse a trailer uphill without killing the transmission, not like a DCT or CVT
Ok, so it's likely you tried to hide the license plate. Thing is, you can spot it at 11:04 in the video.
Hiding the plate wasn't a major priority. But was overseen during the edit 🤣.
Thanks
Ken
This or BMW X5 not sure which to go for?
BMWs are trash. They break all the time. AUDIs are solid built cars.
I’ve owned both including the 40d and there is no comparison. My wife has one of these and this spanks the x5!
The BMW is made in jesusland or USA if you want.
The Audi is made in Germany.
It has a massive impact on the build quality of the vehicles as a whole and the interior specifically.
What did you end up with in the end mate? Having the same dilemma but think it's gonna be this
I wish they made these for US market ... diesel gate or not we are dying for Audi TDI
If anyone can get 47mpg out of one of these I take my hat off to them!
I can’t get mine out the 20s 😂
The owner did say that is very optimistic lol.
Thanks
Ken
Dpf egr delete and stage 1 remap, gearbox service and major service on the engine with a bit of liquimoly, let me know how it goes
42mpg combined 😂 Combined with what? A Hyundai i10?
Tested in a laboratory...in perfect (aka unreal) conditions no doubt lol
- Drew
LOL 18:38 They are not a DSG or dual clutch transmission lol its the tiptronic transmission best transmission audi make. there is no way in hell a DSG will handle the Torque this SQ5 has.
It just looks so naff. Like a large mini……
Opinions are subjective, I'm not a fan of newer cars in general, but I do feel the SQ5 is styled quite well.
Thank you for watching!
- Drew
Too much slaver from these two
I had to go before I chucked up
Basically a glorified s-line
The SQ5 has a 8 speed ZF torque converter, not a 7 speed DSG
Thank you, we have since been informed, we were not 100% sure.
Thank you for watching!
- Drew