Do they have the same engine?

Yes. Both use a 268-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter engine with quattro® all-wheel drive. The SQ5 and SQ5 Sportback add more power.

Is the Sportback the same length?

Yes. Both are 185.7 inches long, so they park the same.

Yes. The Q5 and Q5 Sportback are both rated to tow up to 4,400 pounds.

Is there a faster version of each?

Yes. The SQ5 and SQ5 Sportback add more power and sport tuning.

Which is better with car seats?

The rear seat space is nearly identical. Bring your car seat and try it in both before you decide.

Audi Q5 vs. Q5 Sportback: which one fits

Q: Is the Q5 Sportback smaller inside?

Only in the cargo area. It has 25.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats versus 27.6 in the Q5. Rear headroom is about the same.

They share an engine and a length. The Sportback trades a little cargo space for its sloped roof: 25.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats versus 27.6 in the Q5. Updated November 2026.

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The Audi Q5

An upright roof and the most cargo room in this size: 27.6 cubic feet behind the rear seats.

Q5 Model Page

Side by side

Table
	2026 Audi Q5	2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
Shape	Upright SUV roof	Sloped, coupe-like roof
Length	185.7 in	185.7 in
Seats	5	5
Cargo behind rear seats	27.6 cu ft	25.4 cu ft
Cargo, rear seats folded	56.9 cu ft	53.1 cu ft
Rear headroom	37.8 in	37.9 in
Engine	2.0L turbo, 268 hp	2.0L turbo, 268 hp
Towing	Up to 4,400 lb	Up to 4,400 lb
All-wheel drive	quattro® standard	quattro® standard
Best for	Maximum cargo room	Style with everyday room

Figures from published 2026 specifications. See current pricing on our Q5 inventory page.

The Q5 Sportback

The same length and engine, with a sloped roofline. SQ5 Sportback shown.

Q5 Sportback Model Page

Choose the Q5 if…

You carry bulky gear, a big dog or a stroller every day.
You want the most cargo room in this size.
You like a classic SUV shape.

Choose the Q5 Sportback if…

You want an SUV that looks sportier.
Your cargo is groceries and luggage, not furniture.
You want the same space for rear passengers in a sleeker shape.

Comparing more SUVs? See Q3 vs. Q5 or our Audi SUV guide.

What to try on your test drive

The numbers are close, so the deciding factors are things you can only check in person.

Load your real gear. Bring the stroller, golf bag or dog crate and see how it fits under each hatch.
Sit in the back. Rear headroom is almost the same (37.8 versus 37.9 inches), so check how each one feels to you.
Look out the back. The Sportback’s sloped rear glass changes the view in your mirror. See which you prefer.
Park it. Both are 185.7 inches long, so they fit the same spaces.

Frequently asked questions

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