Mercedes-Benz C 250d
Suv · Diesel
vs
Audi Q5 55 TFSI e
Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Mercedes-Benz C 250d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz C 250d
The C 250d focuses on efficient, torque-rich diesel motoring with space for five and a usable 480 L trunk, suiting growing families and road trips. It prioritizes economy and everyday practicality over outright performance or cargo-heavy duties.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety
Audi Q5 55 TFSI e
Car B
Audi Q5 55 TFSI e
The Audi Q5 55 TFSI e pairs strong hybrid efficiency with AWD practicality for growing families. Brisk performance and a usable electric range make it effective for commuting and road trips.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety2 L/100km367 hpAWDHybrid
Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame seatsstep-up price

Usage fit

Family 63 / 65
City 50 / 50
Budget / value 45 / 43
Road trip 52 / 62
Performance 29 / 38
Cargo 34 / 38
Practical 44 / 48
Premium 49 / 55
Winter 36 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz C 250d · Orange = Audi Q5 55 TFSI e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz C 250d Audi Q5 55 TFSI e
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz C 250d

  • Efficient for its class at 4.2 L/100 km combined
  • Ranks well for safety within its segment
  • Five seats and a 480 L trunk cover everyday family needs
  • 194 hp and 400 Nm support easy highway merging and overtakes

Audi Q5 55 TFSI e

  • Efficient for its class with combined consumption of 2 and 61 km electric range
  • AWD traction supports winter driving and long trips
  • Strong acceleration (0–100 km/h in 5.3 s) backed by 367 hp/500 Nm
  • Practical 5-seat layout with a 550 L trunk for family use

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz C 250d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz C 250d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Audi Q5 55 TFSI e if…
All-wheel drive
Audi Q5 55 TFSI e's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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