Audi Q5 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Audi Q5 Price starts at Rs. 65.51 Lakh which is Rs. 3.66 Lakh costlier than base model of Mercedes-Benz C-Class priced at Rs. 61.85 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Audi Q5 (Petrol Model) is 13.47 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Diesel Model) is 23 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Audi Q5 (Top Model) is powered by 1984 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Top Model) is powered by 1993 cc engine. The Comparison Audi Q5 Technology vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Q5 vs C-Class

Key Highlights Q5 TechnologyC-Class C 300
Engine Type 2.0 L TFSI Petrol Mild Hybrid
Max Power 245.59bhp@5000-6000rpm 254.79bhp
Mileage (ARAI) 13.47 Kmpl ...
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Q5 vs C-Class Key Highlights

Basic Info Audi Q5 TechnologyMercedes Benz C-Class C 300
Rating
43 reviews
52 reviews
Brand Name Audi Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 70.80 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 69.00 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1984 cc 1999 cc
Body Type SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars Sedan,Luxury,HybridsAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 245.59bhp@5000-6000rpm 254.79bhp
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed AT 9-Speed
Drive Type AWD RWD
Colors
Audi Q5 Colors
Mercedes Benz C-Class Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 13.47 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size 235/55 R19 ...
Boot Space 520 Liters 455 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,36,959 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,33,477 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.02 Lakh Q5 Insurance Rs. 2.95 Lakh C-Class Insurance
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Engine Type
2.0 L TFSI
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1984 cc
1999 cc
Battery Capacity
...
48 kWh
Max Power
245.59bhp@5000-6000rpm
254.79bhp
Max Torque
370Nm@1600-4300bhp
400Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed AT
9-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Kerb Weight
1970 Kg
1675 Kg
Mild Hybrid
Fast Charging

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
6.1 Sec
5.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
70 Liters
66 Liters
Top Speed
240 Km/h
250 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
13.47 Kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
...
15 kmpl
Secondary Fuel Type
...
Electric(Battery)

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
Brakes Front
Disc
...
Brakes Rear
Disc
...
Steering Type
Electric
...
Tyre Size
235/55 R19
...
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
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Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
...
AMG floor mats(comes with AMG floor mats), AMG Line interior( The AMG Line interior lends your vehicle a more visible and tangible sense of sportiness. Seats with sporty seat upholstery layout and redesigned headrest, Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather, with horizontal twin-spokes, flat bottom, deep embossing in the grip area, steering-wheel bezel and steering-wheel paddle shifters in silver chrome, AMG brushed stainless steel sports pedals with black rubber studs, Ambient lighting, Instrument panel and beltlines in ARTICO man-made leather in black nappa look, Centre console in high-gloss black with insert in silver chrome, Air vents with elements in silver chrome, Doors with high-gloss black trim elements and surround in silver chrome as well as switches in silver chrome, Floor mats in black with AMG lettering, Overhead control panel in high-gloss black)
Rear Seat Headrest
4
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
30
...
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
4
Boot Space
520 Liters
455 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
...
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
Singleframe grille with vertical struts
Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather, DIGITAL LIGHT (DIGITAL LIGHT With more than 1.3 million pixels per headlamp),can experience brilliant lighting conditions – constantly adjusted to other road users and to the surroundings. This HD system responds with constantly adapted light to changing traffic, road or weather conditions)AMG Line exterior( The expressive bodystyling of the AMG Line lends the exterior of the C-Class a sporty, exclusive touch. AMG bodystyling consisting of AMG front apron with sporty, air intakes and chrome trim element, diffuser-look AMG rear apron with insert in black plus AMG side sill panels, Radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz pattern and integral Mercedes star as well as louvre in matt iridium silver with chrome insert, Exhaust system with two visible tailpipe trim elements integrated into the bumper, Night package ( The Night Package adds at
Rain Sensing Wiper
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4682*1893*1653 mm3
4751*1820*1437 mm3
Wheelbase
2827 mm
2636 mm

Addtional Comfort Features
avigation on a 3D Map to other control functions, voice control with natural language interaction or improved character,Sensor controlled boot-lid operatio
...
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
Additional Entertainment Features
3D Premium Sound System, centre speaker and subwoofer, with a 16-channel amplifier the output of 755 watts
Burmester 3D surround sound system (15 high-quality speakers with 710 watt)
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
2 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
6
4
No of Speakers
19
13
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
...
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
...
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
...
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
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40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
Front
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Adjustable Headrest
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
...
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
...
Door Pockets
...
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
...
Front Door
Sunroof
Panoramic
...
Moon Roof
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
8
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
Tyre pressure monitoring system, TIREFIT, Active Brake Assist, PRE-SAFE
Child Safety Lock
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Audi Q5
  • Practical and spacious cabin
  • well-appointed features list
  • standard all-wheel drive
  • comfortable ride quality
  • powertrain that’s both usable and enjoyable
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  • Classy
  • yet
  • sporty styling
  • refined petrol and diesel engine options available
  • loaded tech package
  • luxurious interior styling
Audi Q5
  • No diesel engine option
  • misses advanced driver assistance features
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  • Ground clearance will become a problem
  • especially over large speed breakers
  • rear seat under-thigh support is average
  • spare tyre reduces usable boot space

Is Audi Q5 Better Than Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

75% users have chosen Audi Q5 over Mercedes-Benz C-Class in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 124 users have also rated Audi Q5 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Audi Q5 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your car. On the basis of features user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor C-Class Q5
Mileage 4.0 3.9
Performance 4.6 4.5
Comfort 4.6 4.4
Maintenance 3.6 3.1
Safety 4.8 4.5
Features 4.6 4.6
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Audi Q5 Vs Mercedes Benz C-Class FAQs

Which car is best between Audi Q5 vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
As per the users experiences Audi Q5 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your car. On the basis of features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Audi Q5 vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is cheaper than Audi Q5 by Rs. 1.80 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Audi Q5 vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
For the Technology version, 1984 cc Petrol engine of Q5 produces 245.59bhp@5000-6000rpm of power and 370Nm@1600-4300bhp of torque. Whereas for the C 300 version, 1999 cc Petrol engine of C-Class produces 254.79bhp of power and 400Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the Audi Q5 has better performance.

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