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 Info not available
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.

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.