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Audi Q5 vs Mercedes CLE Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (44800 £ vs 46300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

Audi Q5

4 (3 Reviews)
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Mercedes CLE Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi Q5 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44800 £, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 46300 £. That’s a price difference of around 1510 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLE Coupe manages with 2.20 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Audi Q5 with 2.50 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe performs a bit better – achieving up to 113 km, about 13 km more than the Audi Q5.

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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 CLE Coupe has a evident edge – offering 472 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Audi Q5 takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLE Coupe pulls minimal stronger with 560 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

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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: Audi Q5 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is barely noticeable lighter – 1790 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q5 offers a bit more room – 520 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q5 to a small extent takes the win – 565 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes CLE Coupe is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 9.4 L
  • Electric Range : 113 km
Audi Q5
Mercedes CLE Coupe

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Audi Q5

4 (3 Reviews)
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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 CLE Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Mercedes CLE Coupe slides between sporty and sophisticated with a swooping silhouette that turns heads without shouting, and a cabin that feels both luxurious and intelligently laid out. It’s ideal for buyers who want grand-tourer comfort with a playful driving character—chic enough for the weekend, sensible enough for the daily run, and guaranteed to spark a few “what is that?” conversations.

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Audi Q5
Mercedes CLE Coupe
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Costs and Consumption

Price
44800 - 78900 £
Price
46300 - 104000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
49 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
Curb weight
1790 - 2175 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4850 - 4853 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1861 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1422 - 1434 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
405 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q5 have?

The Audi Q5 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.