Audi A5 Sportback vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
In comparing the Audi A5 Sportback's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the Audi A5 Sportback has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A5 Sportback's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the Audi A5 Sportback.
Audi A5 Sportback vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
For a new model, the Audi A5 Sportback's price is between $49,006 and $60,897, with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class priced between $49,164 and $62,438.
Audi A5 Sportback vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A5 Sportback loses 49 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 2.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A5 Sportback.
Audi A5 Sportback vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 8.1 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class' quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Audi A5 Sportback being ranked 12 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 7 out of 30. Out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars, the Audi A5 Sportback is ranked 13 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is ranked 7.
Audi A5 Sportback vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A5 Sportback is 6.2 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A5 Sportback’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi A5 Sportback and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49006 - 60897
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.490371
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49164 - 62438
Used Asking Price:
47039 - 58250
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.467992
Audi A5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.890663 / 10
Reliability:
8.171991 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A5 Sportback Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 31Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
30 out of / 36Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Audi A5 Sportback Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI, quattro S line Prestige 45 TFSI
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
AMG C 43, C 300, C 300 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):
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:
201 hp @ 4475 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 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):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
398 / 536 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
21.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3726 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.6 inches
Length:
187.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3825 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R18