Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI vs Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI

The Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI combines strong V6 performance with AWD practicality for growing families and road trips. It blends quick acceleration with useful cargo space and all‑weather confidence, offering good value in its segment.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety8.5 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

A fast five-seater that mixes strong power with everyday space, the GLB 35 AMG suits growing families who want pace for road trips. Efficiency and price place it outside the budget end of the segment.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety421 hp

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Usage fit

Family 65 / 66

City 42 / 39

Budget / value 35 / 33

Road trip 63 / 55

Performance 38 / 35

Cargo 38 / 40

Practical 41 / 39

Premium 54 / 55

Winter 76 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

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Pros & cons

Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI

Punchy V6 delivers confident passing and merging, with 0–100 km/h in 5.7 s.
AWD traction supports year‑round driving and winter trips.
550 L trunk and 5 seats handle family gear and luggage with ease.
Good value in its segment given the performance and AWD capability.
Not ideal for budget‑focused buyers at a listed price of 56,000.
Gasoline V6 and 8.5 combined consumption may not suit efficiency‑first drivers.
Only five seats; no third row for larger families.
Less focused on hardcore performance driving than enthusiast options.

Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

Quick 0–100 km/h in 5.2 s and 421 hp support confident passing and merging
570 L cargo space and five seats fit family use and road trips
2.0L turbocharged I4 delivers responsive performance without a bulky engine
Around 55,000 for this blend of pace and practicality is good value in its segment
Combined consumption of 10.2 L/100 km raises running costs
Seats only five, so not ideal if you need a third row
Not aimed at performance‑driving purists despite strong power
Price won’t suit budget‑focused buyers

Verdict

Pick Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI uses 8.5 L/100km vs 10.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG puts out 421 hp vs 349 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI

Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

Verdict

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