Mercedes E class 2018 vs Audi A5 2016
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Hybrid | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 211 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 21 HP more power than Audi A5, but torque is 50 NM less than Audi A5. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 1.7 | 4.4 | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 2.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A5, which means that by driving the Mercedes E class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 405 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 40 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 3440 km in combined cycle | 900 km in combined cycle | |
| Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Audi A5) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes E class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.92 m | 4.73 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.39 m | |
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Mercedes E class is larger. Mercedes E class is 19 cm longer than the Audi A5, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes E class is 8 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1470 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.1 metres less than that of the Audi A5. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`625 | 2`115 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Mercedes E class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi A5 has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 30 200 | 27 800 | |
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