2023 Audi Q5 vs. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | NewCars.com

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2023 Audi Q5 vs. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

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2023 Audi
Q5

MSRP*: $44,200 to $46,700
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2022 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $43,850 to $52,500
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 27 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 49.4 - 56.5 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 261 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 183.3 - 186.3 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 74.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 - 37.3 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 38.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Audi Q5 than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Audi Q5, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi Q5 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi Q5 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
The Audi Q5 is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. When looking at overall length, the Audi Q5 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The Audi Q5 has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q5 has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Audi Q5 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Audi Q5 has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.