Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T vs Audi Q5 SQ5

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 studio car image
Audi

Q5 SQ5

2026 · Petrol Suv

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Audi Q5 SQ5 4.7 s Runner-up: 8.3 s
Power winner Audi Q5 SQ5 362 hp Runner-up: 201 hp
Cargo winner Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T 879 L Runner-up: 520 L
Price winner Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T $37,780 Runner-up: $58,600

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T against the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.7 seconds, compared with 8.3 seconds for 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T. 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the higher listed output at 362 hp; 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T is rated at 201 hp, a difference of 161 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 at 550 Nm and 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T at 305 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T has the lower recorded consumption at 7.6 L/100km; 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 is listed at 8.8 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 879 litres versus 520 litres, a difference of 359 litres. 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 carries the higher towing rating at 2,400 kg, while 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T is listed at 680 kg. 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 is 52 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T has the lower listed starting price at $37,780, compared with $58,600 for 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5. 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T2025 Audi Q5 SQ52026
Performance
0-100 km/h8.3 s4.7 s
Top Speed195 km/h250 km/h
Power201 hp362 hp
Torque305 Nm550 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank55 L65 L
Efficiency7.6 L/100km8.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions173 g/km200 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,648 mm4,700 mm
Ground Clearance211 mm192 mm
Cargo879 L520 L
Curb Weight1,612 kg1,900 kg
Towing680 kg2,400 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.4 m11.8 m
Starting MSRP$37,780$58,600

Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T vs Audi Q5 SQ5 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.7 seconds, versus 8.3 seconds for 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 195 km/h (121 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has more power at 362 hp, a 161 hp advantage over 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T has more listed cargo space at 879 litres (31.0 cu ft), versus 520 litres (18.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,400 kg (5,291 lb), compared with 680 kg (1,499 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 is heavier at 1,900 kg (4,189 lb), while 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T is listed at 1,612 kg (3,554 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $37,780 USD, compared with $58,600 USD for 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Nissan Rogue SL 1.5T or the 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5?

2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.