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Audi A5 Sportback vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (367 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Mercedes GLC?
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 clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11585 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Audi A5 Sportback with 2 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs convincingly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 604 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.
GLC
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC has a decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Audi A5 Sportback takes 4.50 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs barely noticeable better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Audi A5 Sportback tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm difference.
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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 GLC offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is barely noticeable lighter – 1770 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers evident more room – 620 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs evident better – up to 1740 L, which is about 441 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC a bit takes the win – 600 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes GLC proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLC is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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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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Audi A5 Sportback
Mercedes GLC
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
38700 - 68600 £
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
107 - 110 km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
45 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
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Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
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Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Length
4829 - 4835 mm
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Height
1429 - 1444 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Payload
475 - 530 kg
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 367 HP
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Torque
280 - 550 Nm
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
110 - 270 kW
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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Brand
Audi
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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 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.