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Audi A5 Avant vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (40200 £ vs 53200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

Audi A5 Avant vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

Audi A5 Avant

  • distinct cheaper
  • clearly perceptible more power
  • convincingly more efficient
  • a bit quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • barely noticeable lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

Mercedes CLE Convertible

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A5 Avant has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40200 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13051 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Avant manages with 2.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes CLE Convertible with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

CLE Convertible

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Avant has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 639 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Avant is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.40 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Avant pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 825 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm difference.

A5 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Audi A5 Avant offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A5 Avant is barely noticeable lighter – 1785 kg compared to 1925 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A5 Avant offers somewhat more room – 476 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Avant slightly takes the win – 535 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Avant sits well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Audi A5 Avant
Mercedes CLE Convertible

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A5 Avant

Audi A5 Avant

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 639 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.1 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 108 km

Audi A5 Avant

The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.

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Mercedes CLE Convertible

The Mercedes CLE Convertible drops its roof with the kind of poise you'd expect from a luxury cruiser, wrapping elegant lines and a plush cabin into a composition that's equally at home on coastal roads or city boulevards. Behind the wheel it balances comfort and sporty intent, making it an appealing pick for buyers who want a refined open-top experience without shouting for attention — and yes, it even makes the commute feel like a weekend escape.

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Audi A5 Avant
Mercedes CLE Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
40200 - 92400 £
Price
53200 - 109200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
83 - 108 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
47 - 175 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1785 - 2445 kg
Curb weight
1925 - 2110 kg
Trunk capacity
361 - 476 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4850 - 4853 mm
Width
1860 - 1952 mm
Width
1861 mm
Height
1444 - 1460 mm
Height
1424 - 1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1306 - 1424 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
380 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Audi A5 Avant?

The Audi A5 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.