2019 Audi A5 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class
In comparing the 2019 Audi A5's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi A5 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Audi A5's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a better car than the 2019 Audi A5.
2019 Audi A5 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Pricing
A used 2019 Audi A5 ranges from $24,999 to $35,995 while a used 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is priced between $23,799 to $32,565.
2019 Audi A5 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Audi A5 loses 46.3 percent of its value and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class retains 1.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Audi A5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Audi A5’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class base engine makes 188 horsepower. The A5 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The A-Class is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 473 miles.This gives the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Audi A5 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class, a subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2019 Audi A5, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$24,999 - $35,995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$23,799 - $32,565
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.4%
Audi A5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A5 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 32Ranking
21 out of / 25Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
31 out of / 33Mercedes-Benz A-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 25Ranking
35 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Audi A5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Trim Levels
A 220, A 220 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
8.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3605 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54 inches
Length:
184 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3285 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
179.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R17
