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Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d
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Audi Q5 55 TFSI e
Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d blends efficient long-distance diesel cruising with strong performance and generous cargo space for family travel. It’s a premium choice that shines on road trips more than in stop‑start city life.
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 fuelbetter valuecomparison picksame body typesame seats

Usage fit

Family 68 / 65
City 28 / 50
Budget / value 28 / 43
Road trip 68 / 62
Performance 29 / 38
Cargo 43 / 38
Practical 44 / 48
Premium 65 / 55
Winter 40 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d · Orange = Audi Q5 55 TFSI e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d Audi Q5 55 TFSI e
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

  • Efficient for its class on long trips (7.3 L/100 km combined).
  • 700 Nm torque and 5.7 s 0–100 km/h make overtakes and merging easy.
  • 630 L trunk and five seats suit growing families and luggage-heavy journeys.
  • Strong safety standing in its class.

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 GLE 400d if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your 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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