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Audi Q5 vs Mercedes A-Class - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (367 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (44800 £ vs 32300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or Mercedes A-Class?
Q5
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.
Mercedes A-Class has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32300 £ , while the Audi Q5 costs 44800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12566 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Audi Q5 with 2.50 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Audi Q5 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 100 km, about 15 km more than the Mercedes A-Class.
A-Class
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 Q5 has a a bit 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 Q5 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Mercedes A-Class takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q5 pulls a bit stronger with 550 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
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Q5
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes A-Class is noticeable lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi Q5 offers evident more room – 520 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q5 performs slightly better – up to 1473 L, which is about 283 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q5 slightly takes the win – 565 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Audi Q5 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £44,800
Audi Q5
Audi Q5
Mercedes A-Class
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Audi Q5
4.3 (4 Reviews)
The Audi Q5 feels like the sensible luxury choice — polished cabin materials, a calm ride and enough tech to keep commuters and weekend adventurers equally pleased. It won't shout for attention but will quietly check the boxes for buyers who want refinement, space and everyday usability with a dash of Audi charisma.
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Mercedes A-Class
The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Audi Q5
Mercedes A-Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
44800 - 78900 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
92 - 100 km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
56 - 189 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
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Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
4717 mm
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1647 - 1656 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1388 - 1473 L
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
490 - 565 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 367 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
340 - 550 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drivetrain options does the Audi Q5 have?
The Audi Q5 is available as 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.