Audi Q5 Sportback vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
When we compare the Audi Q5 Sportback's and the Mercedes-Benz GLC's specifications and ratings, the Audi Q5 Sportback has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLC has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q5 Sportback's and the Mercedes-Benz GLC's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz GLC is a better car than the Audi Q5 Sportback.
Audi Q5 Sportback vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Pricing
For a new model, the Audi Q5 Sportback's price is between $55,035 and $65,432, with the Mercedes-Benz GLC priced between $51,273 and $66,742.
Audi Q5 Sportback vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi Q5 Sportback loses 48.6 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLC loses 39.9 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz GLC retains 8.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi Q5 Sportback.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi Q5 Sportback’s base engine makes 261 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLC base engine makes 255 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi Q5 Sportback and the Mercedes-Benz GLC have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
55035 - 65432
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.486352
Pricing
New Asking Price:
51273 - 66742
Used Asking Price:
48510 - 57110
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39933
Audi Q5 Sportback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
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 Sportback Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 27Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
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23 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 54Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
34 out of / 59Ranking
35 out of / 61Ranking
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39 out of / 68Ranking
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43 out of / 61Ranking
45 out of / 61Ranking
46 out of / 68Ranking
46 out of / 61Ranking
49 out of / 68Ranking
52 out of / 68Ranking
53 out of / 68Mercedes-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 / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi Q5 Sportback Trim Levels
quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI, quattro S line Prestige 45 TFSI
Mercedes-Benz GLC Trim Levels
GLC 300, GLC 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:
261 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2000 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
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):
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:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
24.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
51.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4167 lbs
Width:
81.7 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18