2025 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 Review

Picture of the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback

2025 Audi
A5 Sportback

MSRP*: $46,300 to $48,400
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
CLE 300

MSRP*: $58,000
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MPG - City 23 - 26 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 261 hp 255 hp
Exterior Length 187.2 in 191.0 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 73.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.1 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 34.2 in
Head Room Front 37.7 - 37.8 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Audi A5 Sportback than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Audi A5 Sportback.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi A5 Sportback as you will with the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Audi A5 Sportback is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300.

Dimensions
The Audi A5 Sportback is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. The Audi A5 Sportback is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A5 Sportback is significantly less powerful than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Audi A5 Sportback has much less torque than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Audi A5 Sportback offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.