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Mercedes-Benz GLC vs Audi Q5 Sportback

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC
$49,250MSRP
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2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
$55,100MSRP
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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC
$49,250MSRP
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2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
$55,100MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2016-Present

Years produced

2021-Present

MSRP

$49,250

MSRP

$55,100

Listings

2521

Listings

290

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

Pros

  • Thrifty fuel economy (especially on GLC 350e)

  • Commendable handling and ride quality

  • Good size and cargo room

Cons

  • Buzzy engine note

  • Tighter backseat area

  • Complicated infotainment

Reviews Summary

The handsome Mercedes-Benz GLC compact SUV continues into the 2025 model year with a few revisions and a new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) variant. The GLC shows us that a simple yet measured approach makes it a strong candidate up against compact luxury SUVs from Audi, BMW, Genesis, Lexus, Porsche, and Volvo. This review covers the non-AMG GLC models, while AMG GLC models are reviewed separately.

Verdict: The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-class is a handsome and compelling new car fit for most duties

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 255 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 268 hp I4

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

255 hp @ 5800 rpm

Horsepower

MPG City

24

MPG City

21

MPG Highway

32

MPG Highway

29
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC
$49,250MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
$55,100MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC
$49,250MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
$55,100MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
2016-Present
2021-Present
MSRP
$49,250
$55,100
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.7

4.7

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Thrifty fuel economy (especially on GLC 350e)

  • Commendable handling and ride quality

  • Good size and cargo room

Cons

  • Buzzy engine note

  • Tighter backseat area

  • Complicated infotainment

Summary

The handsome Mercedes-Benz GLC compact SUV continues into the 2025 model year with a few revisions and a new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) variant. The GLC shows us that a simple yet measured approach makes it a strong candidate up against compact luxury SUVs from Audi, BMW, Genesis, Lexus, Porsche, and Volvo. This review covers the non-AMG GLC models, while AMG GLC models are reviewed separately.

Verdict: The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC-class is a handsome and compelling new car fit for most duties

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 255 hp I4
2.0L 268 hp I4
Drive Train
RWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
MPG City
24
21
MPG Highway
32
29
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