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Mercedes-Benz E 300
Suv · Gasoline
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Audi Q5 3.0 TDI
Suv · Diesel · AWD
Mercedes-Benz E 300
Car A
Mercedes-Benz E 300
The Mercedes-Benz E 300 suits growing families and road trips, pairing a reliability and safety focus with brisk petrol performance. Five seats and a 540 L trunk add usability, while urban efficiency and price may be sticking points.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety
Audi Q5 3.0 TDI
Car B
Audi Q5 3.0 TDI
The Audi Q5 3.0 TDI pairs strong V6 diesel punch with AWD to suit growing families and frequent road-trippers. It delivers quick acceleration and efficient cruising while offering seating for five and a useful 550 L trunk.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety6.3 L/100km286 hpAWD
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Usage fit

Family 75 / 76
City 29 / 45
Budget / value 50 / 55
Road trip 65 / 63
Performance 28 / 34
Cargo 38 / 38
Practical 54 / 57
Premium 59 / 54
Winter 40 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 300 · Orange = Audi Q5 3.0 TDI

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 300 Audi Q5 3.0 TDI
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 300

  • Reliability and safety are key strengths in this model’s profile.
  • Five seats and a 540 L trunk support family duties and longer journeys.
  • 0–100 km/h in 5.7 s for confident highway merging and overtakes.
  • Good value in its segment for a premium petrol car with this level of pace.

Audi Q5 3.0 TDI

  • Strong 620 Nm diesel torque and 5.7 s 0–100 km/h for confident overtakes
  • AWD traction supports winter and mixed-weather driving
  • Practical five-seat layout with a 550 L trunk for family gear
  • Efficient for its class at 6.3 L/100 km combined

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 300 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz E 300 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Audi Q5 3.0 TDI if…
Reliability edge
Audi Q5 3.0 TDI scores higher on reliability — worth considering for long-term ownership.

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