Audi RS 5 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
In comparing the Audi RS 5's and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS 5 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS 5's and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the Audi RS 5.
Audi RS 5 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pricing
For a new model, the Audi RS 5's price is between $85,791 and $94,595, with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class priced between $75,257 and $92,795.
Audi RS 5 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi RS 5 loses 42.5 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 51 percent of its value. This means the Audi RS 5 retains 8.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Audi RS 5 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi RS 5 is 7.3 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Audi RS 5 being ranked 9 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 11 out of 33.
Audi RS 5 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi RS 5 is 7.9 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi RS 5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi RS 5’s base engine makes 444 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 362 horsepower. The RS 5 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 383 miles. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 522 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi RS 5. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Audi RS 5, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
85791 - 94595
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.424953
Pricing
New Asking Price:
75257 - 92795
Used Asking Price:
64437 - 83869
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.510333
Audi RS 5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.944764 / 10
Reliability:
7.989528 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi RS 5 Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
9 out of / 23Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
15 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 33Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 40Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
23 out of / 40Ranking
28 out of / 40Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 33Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 29Ranking
31 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi RS 5 Trim Levels
2.9T quattro
Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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
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:
444 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
442 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.111 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.086 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
275 / 383 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 522 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
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:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 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:
10.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.3 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3990 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
53.5 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4189 lbs
Width:
80.9 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
190.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18