Mercedes-Benz GLC vs The Audi Q5

If you're ready to upgrade to a more sophisticated and dynamic luxury SUV, we invite you to check out our great selection of new Mercedes-Benz GLC models for sale near Dallas. The new Mercedes-Benz GLC lineup offers sleek styling, an elegant interior, cutting-edge features, and engaging athleticism, allowing you to relax and enjoy every outing to Grapevine more than ever before. Whether you're commuting to work in Fort Worth and want to immerse yourself in comfort, you want a luxury SUV that's sporty and fun to drive, or you want to take advantage of state-of-the-art technology and safety features while you're on the go, there's a new Mercedes-Benz GLC model that will provide you with everything you're looking for and more.

We believe that shopping for your next vehicle should be a fun and exciting process, not a confusing one. That's why we're going to compare the new Mercedes-Benz GLC lineup to the Audi Q5 lineup, providing you with a side by side look at why the new GLC is the right luxury SUV for you.

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	Mercedes-Benz GLC	Audi Q5
Starting MSRP	$44,250	$44,395
City MPG	25	25
Highway MPG	29	28
Cargo Space	17.4-36.1 Cubic Ft	25.1 Cubic Ft
All-Wheel Drive	No - Rear-wheel	Yes
Max Passengers	5	5

Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. Audi Q5

Performance

Both the new Mercedes-Benz GLC and the Audi Q5 come equipped with a similar 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Audi Q5 gets slightly more horsepower, but both vehicles deliver 273 pounds-feet of torque.
As you climb trim levels, however, the Mercedes-Benz GLC lineup offers more powerful optional engines. The new Mercedes-Benz GLC 43 comes equipped with a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine that delivers 385-horsepower. The comparable Audi Q5 55 TFSI model uses the same engine as the base model, but it's paired with a plug-in hybrid system, producing a combined 362-horsepower.
On the top tire Mercedes-Benz GLC 63, you'll get a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that produces 469-horsepower. The Audi Q5 lineup doesn't offer a comparable engine, and you'll instead have to upgrade to the SQ5 which falls short with 349-horsepower.
The new Mercedes-Benz GLC base model comes with standard rear-wheel drive, giving you a sporty and engaging driving experience, while all-wheel drive is also available throughout the lineup. The Audi Q5 only offers all-wheel drive.

Interior

If you need ample cargo space to fit your golf bags, groceries, luggage, and more, the new Mercedes-Benz GLC offers more of it than the Audi Q5 does. The Mercedes-Benz GLC model offers 36.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, with up to 56.5 cubic feet of maximum cargo space with the back seats folded down. The Audi Q5 offers 25.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, with up to 53.1 cubic feet of maximum cargo space.

Technology and Safety Features

Both the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 base model and Audi Q5 base model come equipped with a standard infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The GLC comes with a 10.25-inch standard touchscreen. The Audi Q5 comes with a 10.1-inch touchscreen display.
The new Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 base model also comes equipped with standard features you won't find in the Audi Q5, including a self-parking system that will guide your vehicle in and out of the tightest spots around Dallas without you having to do anything.
Both vehicles come well-equipped with driver assist technology features to keep you safe and aware of your surroundings at all times, including features like pre-collision braking and blind-spot monitoring, providing you with more confidence behind the wheel.

Explore the Entire Selection of New Mercedes-Benz GLC Models Online or in Person Today

With so many different options to choose from, we encourage you to check out what the new Mercedes-Benz GLC lineup has to offer you online before scheduling a test drive and experiencing it all for yourself.