Audi A5 Avant vs Mercedes E-Class Wagon – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

Costs and Efficiency: Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A5 Avant has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40200 £, while the Mercedes E-Class Wagon costs 52600 £. That’s a price difference of around 12475 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Wagon manages with 1.70 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Audi A5 Avant with 2.10 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon performs slight better – achieving up to 109 km, about 1 km more than the Audi A5 Avant.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon has a evident edge – offering 585 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Audi A5 Avant takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Wagon pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes E-Class Wagon offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, the Audi A5 Avant is barely noticeable lighter – 1785 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon offers distinct more room – 615 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon performs evident better – up to 1830 L, which is about 406 L more than the Audi A5 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E-Class Wagon slightly takes the win – 645 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

All in all, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.