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Audi Q5 vs Mercedes C-Class Wagon – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi Q5 or Mercedes C-Class Wagon fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes C-Class Wagon has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £, while the Audi Q5 costs 44800 £. That’s a price difference of around 2386 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi Q5 with 2.50 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 112 km, about 12 km more than the Audi Q5.

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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 C-Class Wagon has a clearly 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 C-Class Wagon is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Audi Q5 takes 4.50 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Audi Q5 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls decisively stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Wagon is slight lighter – 1755 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q5 offers hardly perceptible more room – 520 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs minimal better – up to 1510 L, which is about 37 L more than the Audi Q5.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 565 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mercedes C-Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 km
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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 C-Class Wagon

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
44800 - 78900 £
Price
42400 - 115300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
11 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel 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
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
Brand
Audi
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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.

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