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Audi A5 Sportback vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Mercedes E Class?

Audi A5 Sportback

Mercedes E Class

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

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A5 Sportback has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11748 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Audi A5 Sportback with 2 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 116 km, about 6 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

E Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E Class has a noticeable 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 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Audi A5 Sportback takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

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

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

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes E Class offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is minimal lighter – 1770 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers to a small extent more room – 540 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class somewhat takes the win – 640 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class is decisively ahead 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 Sportback
Mercedes E Class

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E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km

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 E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Audi A5 Sportback
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 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
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
530 - 640 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-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 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 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
E, F, B, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include 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.