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Audi Q5 vs Mercedes B Class comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (46,400 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or Mercedes B Class?

Audi Q5 vs Mercedes B Class: Key differences

Audi Q5

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mercedes B Class

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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 B Class is noticeably cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the Audi Q5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,242 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q5 uses 2.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

B 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 offers markedly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q5 delivers clearly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

Q5

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is visibly lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 1,910 kg. The difference is around 505 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q5 offers somewhat more boot space – 520 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q5 carries very slightly more – 565 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q5 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £46,400
Q5

Audi Q5

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 92 - 100 km
Audi Q5
Mercedes B Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q5

The Audi Q5 is a refined compact luxury SUV that blends a plush, well-appointed interior with confident, composed handling suited to everyday driving. It’s a strong choice if you want a comfortable, technology-rich cabin and a practical, upscale package that feels polished on both city streets and longer trips.

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Mercedes B Class

The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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Audi Q5
Mercedes B Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,400 - 79,600 £
Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
133 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,910 - 2,245 kg
Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
515 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
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
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

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