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Mercedes-Benz E 250d
Suv · Diesel
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Audi Q5 55 TFSI e
Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Mercedes-Benz E 250d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz E 250d
A diesel Mercedes-Benz with strong efficiency and a very usable 540 L trunk, the E 250d suits growing families and long-distance drivers. It prioritizes economy and practicality over city convenience or performance thrills.
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 seatssimilar pricestep-up price

Usage fit

Family 74 / 65
City 36 / 50
Budget / value 56 / 43
Road trip 65 / 62
Performance 27 / 38
Cargo 38 / 38
Practical 57 / 48
Premium 57 / 55
Winter 40 / 76

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

Specs side-by-side

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

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

  • Efficient for its class at 5 L/100 km, ideal for long commutes and road trips
  • 540 L trunk and five seats accommodate family gear and passengers
  • 400 Nm torque and 6.6 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
  • Good value in its segment considering space, efficiency, and pace at this price

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 E 250d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz E 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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