Audi SQ5 Sportback vs Cadillac Vistiq

The Audi SQ5 Sportback starts from $109,900 before on-road costs, while the Cadillac Vistiq opens at $116,000. That makes the Audi SQ5 Sportback the more affordable entry point by $6,100.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $120,890 and $127,600 respectively.

The Cadillac Vistiq qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Audi SQ5 Sportback, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

The Audi SQ5 Sportback features a 14.5-inch touchscreen paired with a 11.9-inch digital dash, while the Cadillac Vistiq gets a 33-inch display and 33-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi SQ5 Sportback stands out with Apple CarPlay and Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the Cadillac Vistiq. The Cadillac Vistiq counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, ventilated seats, AKG audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Audi SQ5 Sportback uses a Petrol MHEV producing 270kW and 550Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed s tronic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.5 seconds.

The Cadillac Vistiq responds with a Electric making 459kW and 880Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.6 seconds.

The Cadillac Vistiq has the clear power advantage at 459kW vs 270kW. In the real-world sprint, the Audi SQ5 Sportback is 0.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Audi SQ5 Sportback measures 4,717mm long on a 2,820mm wheelbase, 236mm shorter than the Cadillac Vistiq at 4,953mm (3,000mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Cadillac Vistiq generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 470L in the Audi SQ5 Sportback and 500L in the Cadillac Vistiq, giving the Cadillac Vistiq a 30L advantage.

For towing, the Cadillac Vistiq leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years (Audi SQ5 Sportback) vs 5 years / 150,000km (Cadillac Vistiq). Both match on warranty length.