22 MPG combined is what you can expect from the 2025 Audi SQ5 3.0L 6-cyl. No one buys the SQ5 to save money on gas. They buy it for the unmistakable sound of its turbocharged V6, the sure grip of Quattro all-wheel drive, and practicality in a stylish package. This MPG is the cost to get in. The SQ5 isn’t about using less fuel; it’s about fast acceleration and a refined driving experience. This is a performance SUV, and the fuel economy shows it.

City and highway performance

The EPA estimates the 2025 Audi SQ5 will get 19 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. This split shows the SQ5’s two sides. In cities, frequent stops and low speeds make the engine work harder, which lowers efficiency. The turbocharged engine’s fast response makes city driving fun, but it uses more gas. On the open road, the SQ5 is more efficient, letting the 3.0L V6 use its power. The adaptive cruise control and well-spaced gearing of the eight-speed automatic transmission help to provide relaxed and relatively economical highway travel. These numbers are critical to consider if you drive mostly in the city or on the highway.

Annual fuel cost

The EPA estimates the annual fuel cost for the 2025 Audi SQ5 is $2,650. This number is based on driving 15,000 miles per year, using the national average fuel price. Actual fuel costs will change depending on your driving, local fuel prices, and the fuel type you use. The SQ5 needs premium gasoline, which usually costs more than regular, so keep that in mind. Someone who drives fast will quickly go over $2,650. Gas prices across the country will also change yearly costs.

Real-world expectations

The EPA gives an estimate, but real-world fuel economy is often different. The SQ5’s turbocharged engine is very sensitive to how you drive. Fast acceleration and often using the sport drive mode will lower fuel economy. Driving gently and using the economy mode (if it has one) can help you get close to or even better than the EPA estimates, especially on long highway trips. Traffic, weather, and tire pressure can also change fuel use. The SQ5 encourages fast driving, and that rarely means good fuel efficiency. See SQ5 MPG across all years.

How it compares

The SQ5’s fuel economy puts it with other performance SUVs. The BMW X3 M40i, with its strong inline-six engine, gets around 21 MPG combined. The Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 has similar performance and gets about 19 MPG combined. The Porsche Macan S, another competitor, is around 20 MPG. The SQ5’s fuel economy is normal for a luxury and sporty SUV. Buyers want performance and good driving. If saving fuel is most important, a non-performance version of these models might be better, or looking at all Audi fuel economy data for other models.

Tips to maximize efficiency

Pay attention to tire pressure. Tires with the right amount of air reduce rolling resistance, which can improve fuel economy. Check your tire pressure often and make sure it is what the manufacturer recommends. This is a simple maintenance task that can save you gas.

Avoid idling. If you’re stopped for more than a minute, turn off the engine. Modern engines restart fast, and idling wastes fuel. It’s a small change that makes a difference.

Anticipate traffic flow. Smooth acceleration and deceleration use less fuel than hard braking and acceleration. By looking ahead at traffic, you can keep a more even speed and reduce fuel use. Don’t sprint between stop lights.

Minimize aggressive driving. The SQ5 is fun to drive fast but don’t, if you want to save fuel. Gentle acceleration and avoiding high speeds will improve your MPG. Drive aggressively when the roads are open and you’re not worried about efficiency.