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Audi A5 Sportback vs Mercedes CLA Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 39600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Audi A5 Sportback

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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

A5 Sportback

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 Sportback has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39600 £. That’s a price difference of around 894 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs significantly better – achieving up to 791 km, about 681 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

CLA Coupe

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 minimal edge – offering 367 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Sportback performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Sportback pulls slight stronger with 550 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes CLA Coupe offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is slight lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers minimal more room – 445 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback a bit takes the win – 530 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A5 Sportback proves to be won narrowly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A5 Sportback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £38,700
A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 107 - 110 km
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Audi A5 Sportback
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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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 CLA Coupe

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The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.

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4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Dejf
18 Dec 2025, 14:59:40

Nice efficient car. Like it

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Audi A5 Sportback
Mercedes CLA Coupe
A5 Sportback
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Costs and Consumption
Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
39600 - 66800 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4723 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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.