Audi RS5 vs Mercedes-Benz CLE450
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE450
Overview
| Spec | Audi RS5RS 5 Coupe | Mercedes-Benz CLE450CLE 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | RS 5 Coupe | CLE 450 4MATIC |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2024 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi RS5RS 5 Coupe | Mercedes-Benz CLE450CLE 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79,600 | $69,000 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi RS5RS 5 Coupe | Mercedes-Benz CLE450CLE 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi RS5RS 5 Coupe | Mercedes-Benz CLE450CLE 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 444 hp (best) | 375 hp |
| Torque | 442 lb-ft (best) | 369 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.9 L | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi RS5RS 5 Coupe | Mercedes-Benz CLE450CLE 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 10.9 cu ft | 11.2 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 838 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,990 lbs (best) | 4,266 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 108.9 in | 112.8 in (best) |
| Length | 185.9 in | 191 in (best) |
| Width | 73.5 in (best) | 73.3 in |
| Height | 54 in | 56.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi RS5RS 5 Coupe | Mercedes-Benz CLE450CLE 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RS5 | Mercedes-Benz CLE450 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | RS 5 Coupe $79,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CLE 450 4MATIC $69,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | CLE 450 4MATIC $77,400 MSRP |