S5 Avant vs SQ5 Sportback

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1/4 Mile winner

SQ5 Sportback

Beats the S5 Avant by 0.11s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the SQ5 Sportback beats the S5 Avant comfortably, finishing 0.11 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the SQ5 Sportback thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

362 hp

0–100 km/h

4.6s

4.5s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

3.0L Turbo V6 MHEV

Fuel

Mild Hybrid

Torque

550 Nm

Price

$66,000

$68,000

Simulated race times

Distance

S5 Avant

SQ5 Sportback

100 m

5.621s

5.566s

1/8 mile

8.328s

8.251s

1/4 mile

12.562s

12.456s

1 km

22.679s

22.526s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: S5 Avant is $66,000 vs $68,000 for the SQ5 Sportback — a $2,000 gap.

FAQ

Which is faster, the S5 Avant or the SQ5 Sportback?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the SQ5 Sportback is faster, beating the S5 Avant by 0.11 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the S5 Avant vs the SQ5 Sportback?

The S5 Avant hits 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, while the SQ5 Sportback does it in 4.5 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The S5 Avant produces 362 hp; the SQ5 Sportback produces 362 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The S5 Avant tops out at 250 km/h, and the SQ5 Sportback reaches 250 km/h.

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