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Compare Audi S5 Sportback vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan

Audi S5 Sportback
2021 Audi S5 Sportback
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$52,500
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.5
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
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TBC
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Overview

Engine
3.0L Turbo V6 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Trunk Volume
12.6 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
21.8 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A

Photos

Audi S5 Sportback
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
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Rear Angle View
Interior Overview
17
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.0L Turbo V6 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
349 hp @ 6300 rpm
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
369 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,924 lbs
3,472 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
23 MPG
27 MPG
City
20 MPG
23 MPG
Highway
28 MPG
35 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.7 Tons/yr
6.6 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
306 miles
400.2 miles
Cruising Range Highway
428.4 miles
609 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
187.2 in
184.5 in
Height
54.6 in
56.8 in
Max Width
72.6 in
71.3 in
Front Width
62.5 in
61.5 in
Rear Width
61.7 in
60.9 in
Wheelbase
111.2 in
111.8 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
3.8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
41.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
37.8 in
37.1 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.7 in
55.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.1 in
35.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37 in
37.1 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.5 in
55 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
N/A
12.6 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
21.8 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
21.8 ft³
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.4 ft
36.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
18" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Multi-Link
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P245/40YR18
P225/45HR18
Rear Tire
P245/40YR18
P245/40HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ibis White
  • Quantum Gray
  • Turbo Blue
  • Black
  • Polar White
  • Brilliant Blue Metallic
  • Iridium Silver Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic
  • Mojave Silver Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • designo Cardinal Red Metallic
  • designo Diamond White Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
  • District Green Metallic
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Navarra Blue Metallic
  • Tango Red Metallic
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Leather/Alcantara Seating Surfaces
  • Rotor Gray, Leather/Alcantara Seating Surfaces
  • AMG Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Saddle Brown, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Silk Beige, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex/DINAMICA Upholstery
  • designo Platinum White, designo Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Magma Grey, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Silk Beige, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Black, Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Cranberry Red, Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Magma Grey, Leather Upholstery
  • Saddle Brown, Leather Upholstery
  • Silk Beige, Leather Upholstery
  • Silk Beige/Black, Leather Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Magma Red, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Rotor Gray, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Seat-Massage
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Side Air Bag
Optional
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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