2024 Audi S5 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi S5

2024 Audi
S5

MSRP*: $57,500
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $76,400
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MPG - City 20 - 21 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 184.9 - 187.2 in 194.6 in
Exterior Width 72.6 - 72.7 in 79.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 32.7 - 35.1 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 37.4 - 37.8 in
Rear 36.1 - 37.0 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 37.8 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 S5 than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The Audi S5 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the Audi S5, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 S5 is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Dimensions
Since the Audi S5 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi S5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Performance
The Audi S5 has less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Audi S5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.

Utility
The Audi S5 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, making the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.