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Audi A5 Sportback vs Mercedes A-Class Saloon – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A5 Sportback or Mercedes A-Class Saloon fits your lifestyle better.

Audi A5 Sportback

Mercedes A-Class Saloon

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes A-Class Saloon has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32700 £, while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 38700 £. That’s a price difference of around 6021 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi A5 Sportback with 2 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi A5 Sportback performs slightly better – achieving up to 110 km, about 22 km more than the Mercedes A-Class Saloon.

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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 Audi A5 Sportback has a slightly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Mercedes A-Class Saloon takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Sportback pulls slightly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

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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 A-Class Saloon offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes A-Class Saloon is noticeable lighter – 1450 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers slightly more room – 445 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback minimal takes the win – 530 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Audi A5 Sportback
Mercedes A-Class Saloon

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Mercedes A-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km
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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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Mercedes A-Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
32700 - 55900 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4558 - 4570 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1413 - 1429 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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