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Mercedes GLC vs Audi A5 Sportback comparison
Compare performance (472 HP vs 639 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Audi A5 Sportback?
Mercedes GLC vs Audi A5 Sportback: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Audi A5 Sportback is visibly cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,127 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Audi A5 Sportback with 2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 128 km, about 18 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.
A5 Sportback
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 A5 Sportback offers noticeably more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Mercedes GLC takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Sportback delivers only slightly more torque with 825 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm more.
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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 terms of curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is slightly lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers considerably more boot space – 620 L compared to 331 L. That’s a difference of about 289 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries only slightly more – 575 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A5 Sportback is narrowly ahead 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.
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Audi A5 Sportback
Mercedes GLC
Audi A5 Sportback
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Mercedes GLC
The Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.
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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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Mercedes GLC
Audi A5 Sportback
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
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Price
40,200 - 91,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
122 - 128 km
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Electric Range
84 - 110 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
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co2
45 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
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Curb weight
1,770 - 2,430 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
331 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
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Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 - 575 kg
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Payload
475 - 530 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 472 HP
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Power HP
150 - 639 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 - 750 Nm
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Torque
280 - 825 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
137 - 347 kW
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Power kW
110 - 470 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Audi
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