Mercedes Benz E Class vs Audi A5

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Mercedes Benz E Class

E 53 Hybrid 4Matic Plus AMG Racing Edition 3.0 Petrol

1.48 crore

Audi A5

Audi A5

RS 5

1.50 crore

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Strong Hybrid
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

2999 cc
2894 cc

Number of Cylinders

6
6

Engine Installation

Front
–

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol-Electric Hybrid
Petrol-Electric Hybrid

Motor Type

N/A
–

Number of Motors

1
–

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Gearbox Type

AT
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

9
–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Drive Layout

All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Engine Power

449 hp at 5800 - 6100 rpm
510 hp at 6300 - 6800 rpm

Max Engine Torque

560 Nm at 2200 - 5000 rpm
600 Nm at 2000 - 5000 rpm

Combined Max Power

585 hp
639 hp

Combined Max Torque

750 Nm
825 Nm

Max Motor Power

163 hp
–

Max Motor Torque

N/A
–

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
Direct Injection

E20 Compatibility

–

Drive Mode Types

Multiple
Multiple

Auto Start/Stop

–

Battery Capacity

21.22 kWh
22kWh

Charging Time

2.25hrs 0%-100% (11kW AC), 20min 10%-80% (60kW DC)
0–100% in 165 min (AC)

Claimed Range

93 - 101 km
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

60 litres
48 litres

0-100kph

4.3 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

2.49 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

2.88 s
–

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

N/A
5-link front axle

Front Springs

N/A
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

N/A
5-link rear axle

Rear Springs

N/A
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Yes (Adjustable)
–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Electric
–

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
–

4 Wheel Steer

–

Turning Radius

6.26 m
6.45 m

Front Brakes

Ventilated Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Ventilated Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

20 inches
20 inches

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

–

Front Tyre Size

–
285/35 R20

Rear Tyre Size

–
285/35 R20

Dimensions

Length

4965 mm
4896 mm

Width

1902 mm
2099 mm

Height

1472 mm
1428 mm

Wheelbase

2971 mm
2903 mm

Kerb Weight

2390 kg
2355 kg

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

370 litres
330 litres

Doors

4
5

Comfort

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

–

Remote Locking

–

Push Button Start

–

Rear AC Vents

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

–

Launch Control

–

Dead Pedal

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
–

Power Windows

Front and Rear
–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

–

Keyless Entry

–

Climate Control

2-zone
–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Sunroof

Dual
–

Cruise Control

–

Auto Parking

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
–

Acoustic Windshield

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Trunk Light

–

Vanity Mirror

Yes with Light
–

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Glove Box

–

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Interior Lamps

–

Comfort Headrest

–

Door Pockets

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Cup Holders

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

UV Cut Glass

–

Adjustable Underthigh Support

Front Only
–

Safety

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Brake Assist (BA)

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Traction Control

–

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

All
–

Central Locking

–

Automatic Headlamps

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Child Safety Lock

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Rear Defogger

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

Airbags

8
–

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
–

Parking Sensors

Front, Side and Rear
–

Parking Camera

360 degree
–

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
–

Electronic Parking Brake

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

High Beam Assist

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Heads Up Display

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Interior Door Handles Finish

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Driver Airbag

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Side Airbag

–

Curtain Airbag

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Driver Attention Warning

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Speed Assist System

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor
–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

–

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Projector Headlamps

–

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

–

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Spoiler

–

Rub Strips

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Scuff Plates

–

ORVM turn indicators

–

LED DRLs

–

LED headlamps

–

LED taillights

Stop Lamp

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Pop-Out Door Handle

Auto
–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
–

Tachometer

Digital
–

Trip Meter

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Gear Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Shift Indicator

–

Heated Seats

–

Seat Count

5
–

Seat Material

Leather and Alcantara
–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

–

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Adjustable Rear Headrests

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Third Row Seats

–

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
–

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
–

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage
–

Massage Seats

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

40:20:40
–

Ottoman Seats

–

Soft Touch Dashboard

–

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Entertainment

Audio System

–

CD Player

–

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Wireless Phone Charging

–

Display

14.4-inch Touchscreen
14.5-inch Touchscreen

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Android Auto

Wireless
–

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
–

Satellite Navigation

On-board
–

Voice Commands

–

Front USB port

Type C
–

Second Row USB port

Type C
–

Branded Music System

Burmester
–

Front Passenger Screen

–

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

Connected Car Features

Emergency Call Button

–

Find My Car

–

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

App Details

–

Tow Away Alert

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Driving Analytics

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Phone App

–

Location Based Services

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Digital Key

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Remote Engine Start/Stop

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Geo Fence

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

E-Call & I-Call

–

Google/Alexa connectivity

–

SOS Button

–