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Audi SQ5: which year should you buy?

Across the 2014 to 2025 model years, the public record is strongest on the 2014 (94/100). Every year below is scored on its own NHTSA complaint and recall history. Pick the year, not just the nameplate.

Best years to target

2014 94

Every model year, scored

Same math for every year (how we score). A neutral Unproven or Too New stamp means too few owner reports are on file to affirm the year, not that it’s clean.

202564/100
Unproven

4 complaints · 1 recalls

202164/100
Unproven

11 complaints · 5 recalls

202064/100
Unproven

7 complaints · 4 recalls

201964/100
Caution

18 complaints · 5 recalls

201864/100
Caution

23 complaints · 5 recalls · ⚠ park-it recall

201564/100
Unproven

7 complaints · 1 recalls

201494/100
Buybest year

12 complaints · 1 recalls

Zeroing in on the 2014?

The full year-by-year verdict is free. When you’re ready to inspect and negotiate one specific car, the Full Report turns the 2014 Audi SQ5’s complaint breakdown and recall list into an inspection-ready, shareable PDF.

Recalls, complaint breakdown & inspection checklist, all in a shareable PDF

Cross-shopping a different nameplate? Compare the 2025 Audi SQ5 head-to-head →

The fine print: each year’s verdict is computed from public NHTSA complaint and recall records for the Audi SQ5 as a model, not for any individual car. A well-kept example of a weaker year can outlast a neglected strong one. Informational only, so always get a professional pre-purchase inspection.