Compare 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs 2024 Audi Q5
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC | 2024 Audi Q5 |
| Horsepower | |
| 255 hp | 201 hp |
| MPG (City/Highway) | |
| 24/32 * | 23/29 |
| 0 to 60 Miles Per Hour | |
| 6.2 seconds ** | 6.8 seconds |
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs 2024 Audi Q5
Serving Franklin, TN
For Nashville's most discerning auto shoppers, the Mercedes-Benz and Audi lines are often heavily compared. The impressive Mercedes-Benz GLC is a compact luxury crossover SUV that introduces a high-performance trim level to the mix for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Audi Q5 has a few minor updates to explore as well. After comparing the GLC to the Q5, which model will earn your full attention?
Performance
The standard powertrain offered in the GLC is a four-cylinder, turbo 2.0-liter engine that puts out 255 horsepower. The high-performance AMG® GLC 43 trim has an upgraded version of this engine that delivers 416 horsepower, and it has standard 4MATIC® all-wheel drive. The Audi Q5 is available with two gas engines as well. These are a turbo 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that gives you 201 horsepower and an upgraded version that produces 261 horsepower. A 362-horsepower plug-in hybrid unit is also offered, and it has an all-electric range of 23 miles.
Appearance
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC has fluid aesthetics with a hint of definition running across the hood and doors. The roof is tall yet raked for a sporty touch. Over the sides, you will find a rocker panel ledge and laced wheels. The grille is personalized by a segmented horizontal bar and a starry mesh pattern. The headlights on the GLC add an extra element with both solid and segmented LED bars topping them. The Audi Q5, on the other hand, has a taller stance with thick-spoke wheels and metallic accents lining the lower perimeter. The grille has a grid-like mesh and takes up most of the nose space. Both the LED headlights and air inlets run horizontally.
Features
If you choose the Mercedes-Benz GLC, your crossover may be appointed with augmented reality navigation, a head-up display, a premium sound system, adaptive cruise control, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, heated seats for both rows, a heated steering wheel, two household power outlets, a driver attention warning, a 12.3-inch digital instrument screen, an 11.9-inch screen with the MBUX system, wireless smartphone app connections, a wireless charger, and more. The Audi model has a few of these features. However, it has wired smartphone apps for Android devices, a 10.1-inch touch display screen, and a lesser sound system.
Learn More at Mercedes-Benz of Nashville
At Mercedes-Benz of Nashville, we recognize the importance of having full details about your options before making an auto purchase. We are pleased to help you learn more about the GLC. Contact us today or visit our showroom to explore the inventory and take a test drive.
* EPA estimated fuel economy. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather conditions and trip length. Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate.
** Stated rates of acceleration are estimated based upon manufacturer's track results and may vary depending on model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load.