Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro vs Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d 4MATIC — full comparison

Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro

Suv · Diesel · AWD

vs

Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d 4MATIC

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro

Car A

Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro

The Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro balances family practicality with long-distance efficiency and AWD confidence. Strong on reliability and safety priorities, it’s less suited to performance driving or cargo-heavy needs.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5.5 L/100kmAWD

Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d 4MATIC

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d 4MATIC

The GLC 250d 4MATIC suits growing families who want an efficient, all‑weather model with enough space for trips. It favors comfort and economy over outright performance.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety204 hpAWD

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 75 / 74

City 47 / 47

Budget / value 57 / 55

Road trip 63 / 62

Performance 34 / 35

Cargo 38 / 38

Practical 58 / 56

Premium 51 / 51

Winter 76 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d 4MATIC

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d 4MATIC

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Pros & cons

Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro

AWD traction adds reassurance in winter and mixed-weather commuting
Efficient for its class with 5.5 combined consumption, ideal for road trips and high mileage
550-liter luggage space and five seats suit growing-family duties
Emphasis on reliability and safety in rankings for peace of mind
7.9 s 0–100 km/h and 190 hp make it capable but not a performance driver’s pick
Diesel powertrain shines on sustained journeys; frequent short city hops may be less ideal
Those needing maximum cargo capacity may outgrow the 550-liter trunk
The price of 54,300 can stretch tighter budgets

Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d 4MATIC

All-wheel drive traction for winter and mixed road conditions
Efficient for its class at 5.6 l/100 km
Practical 5-seat cabin with a 550 L boot for family gear
Strong 500 Nm torque for easy highway merging and overtakes
Not aimed at performance driving; 0–100 km/h in 7.7 s is brisk rather than thrilling
If you need maximum cargo capacity, larger vehicles offer more than 550 L
No third row; limited to five seats
Around 54,000 may exceed tight budgets

Verdict

Pick Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro if…

Best fuel economy

Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro uses 5.5 L/100km vs 5.6 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d 4MATIC if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d 4MATIC puts out 204 hp vs 190 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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