Audi A5 Quattro vs Mercedes-Benz SLC300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC300
Overview
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | Mercedes-Benz SLC300SLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium S line | SLC 300 |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2024 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | Mercedes-Benz SLC300SLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,400 (best) | $49,950 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | Mercedes-Benz SLC300SLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG | 27 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG | 32 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal | 15.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | Mercedes-Benz SLC300SLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 261 hp (best) | 241 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | Mercedes-Benz SLC300SLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 10.9 cu ft (best) | 10.1 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,715 lbs | 3,384 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in (best) | 95.7 in |
| Length | 184.9 in (best) | 162.8 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 71.5 in |
| Height | 54 in (best) | 51.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A5 QuattroPremium S line | Mercedes-Benz SLC300SLC 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi A5 Quattro | Mercedes-Benz SLC300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium S line $48,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SLC 300 $49,950 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium S line $55,600 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Premium Plus S line $52,500 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Premium Plus S line $59,700 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Prestige S line $56,650 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Prestige S line $64,700 MSRP | — |