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Audi A5 Avant vs Mercedes E Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (40200 £ vs 52600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or Mercedes E Class Wagon?

Audi A5 Avant

Mercedes E Class Wagon

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

A5 Avant

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

E Class Wagon

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: Mercedes E Class Wagon pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

A5 Avant

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, 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon holds a decisive overall lead 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 E Class Wagon

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from about £52,600
E Class Wagon

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 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 E Class Wagon

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Audi A5 Avant
Mercedes E Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
40200 - 70000 £
Price
52600 - 121800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
104 - 108 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
47 - 175 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1785 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
Trunk capacity
361 - 476 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4949 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1444 - 1460 mm
Height
1469 mm
Max trunk capacity
1306 - 1424 L
Max trunk capacity
1830 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, 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.