2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2020 Audi Q5
When comparing the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC's and the 2020 Audi Q5's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 Audi Q5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and reliability. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC's and the 2020 Audi Q5's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC is a better car than the 2020 Audi Q5.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2020 Audi Q5 Pricing
A used 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC ranges from $31,995 to $57,281 while a used 2020 Audi Q5 is priced between $26,623 to $37,887.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2020 Audi Q5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC loses 39.9 percent of its value and the 2020 Audi Q5 loses 50.8 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC retains 10.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Audi Q5.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2020 Audi Q5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLC is 8.2 out of 10 while the Audi Q5's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz GLC being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Audi Q5 being ranked 4 out of 29. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Mercedes-Benz GLC is ranked 12 and the Audi Q5 is ranked 7. The Mercedes-Benz GLC is also ranked 18 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Audi Q5 is ranked 10 out of 68.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2020 Audi Q5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLC is 5.8 out of 10. For the Audi Q5 the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Audi Q5 an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the 2020 Audi Q5 base engine makes 248 horsepower. The GLC is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 505 miles. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles.This gives the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Audi Q5 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC and 2020 Audi Q5 are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC and the 2020 Audi Q5 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
31995 - 57281
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39933
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26623 - 37887
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.507732
Mercedes-Benz GLC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.166666 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLC Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 61Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 54Ranking
22 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 59Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
34 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 68Ranking
41 out of / 68Ranking
44 out of / 61Ranking
50 out of / 68Audi Q5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 61Ranking
17 out of / 54Ranking
18 out of / 59Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 61Ranking
28 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
31 out of / 61Ranking
40 out of / 68Ranking
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42 out of / 61Ranking
44 out of / 61Ranking
48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC Trim Levels
AMG GLC 43, AMG GLC 63, AMG GLC 63 S, GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC
2020 Audi Q5 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Prestige 45 TFSI, quattro Titanium Prem Pl 45 TFSI, quattro Titanium Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Titanium Prestg 45 TFSI
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 505 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):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
407 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
19.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
25.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3889 lbs
Width:
82.5 inches
Height:
64.7 inches
Length:
183.3 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4034 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
183.6 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18