2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC vs. 2019 Audi A5
When we compare the 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC's and the 2019 Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2019 Audi A5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC and 2019 Audi A5 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC's and the 2019 Audi A5's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi A5 is a better car than the 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC.
2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC vs. 2019 Audi A5 Pricing
A used 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC ranges from $36,695 to $52,981 while a used 2019 Audi A5 is priced between $24,999 to $35,796.
2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC vs. 2019 Audi A5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC loses 44.6 percent of its value and the 2019 Audi A5 loses 46.3 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC retains 1.7 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 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC’s base engine makes 241 horsepower, and the 2019 Audi A5 base engine makes 248 horsepower. Both the SLC and the A5 are rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 509 and 520 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Audi A5, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
36695 - 52981
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.446002
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24999 - 35796
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463451
Mercedes-Benz SLC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.933333 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz SLC Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 40Ranking
32 out of / 40Audi A5 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
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30 out of / 33Ranking
31 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC Trim Levels
AMG SLC 43, SLC 300
2019 Audi A5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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:
241 hp @ 5550 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 509 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
6.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
48.8 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3384 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
51.3 inches
Length:
162.8 inches
Wheelbase:
95.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.4 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40R18