Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Audi S5 Sportback
C-Class vs S5 Sportback
Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Audi S5 Sportback |
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Price | Rs.59.40 Lakh | Rs.77.32 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | 2994 cc |
Power | 201 bhp | 349 bhp @ 5400-6400 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 16.9 kmpl | 10.6 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
C-Class specifications | S5 Sportback specifications | |
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On Road Price | 68.67 Lakh Price Breakup | 89.39 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.6 | 4.0 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 480 Litres | 465 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Tiptronic |
Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 2994 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 201 bhp | 349 bhp @ 5400-6400 rpm |
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Exterior
C-Class Exterior | S5 Sportback Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | Panoramic |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Front only | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | No | No |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Electric Tailgate Release | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | No |
Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Projector headlight | Yes | - |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
C-Class Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | S5 Sportback Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Independent and 4-link with Coil Springs | S Sports suspension |
Rear Suspension | Independent& Multi-link with Coil Springs | S Sports suspension |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 | 255/35 R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 | 255/35 R19 |
Turning Radius | 5.61 meters | 5.8 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 235/50 R18 | 265/30 R20 |
Wheels Size | R17 | R19 |
Instrumentation
C-Class Instrumentation | S5 Sportback Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Analogue | Analogue |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Shift Indicator | No | Yes |
Tachometer | Analogue | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
C-Class Infotainment & Communication | S5 Sportback Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes |
Touchscreen Size | 12.3 inch | 10.1 inches |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | No |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Phone & Audio Streaming | Yes |
Gesture Control | No | No |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 9 | 19 |
AM/FM Radio | - | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
C-Class Warranty | S5 Sportback Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/Unlimited kms | 2 Years/Unlimited Kms |
Extended Warranty | 8 Years/Unlimited kms | upto 7 Years/Unlimited Kms |
Engine & Transmission
C-Class Engine & Transmission | S5 Sportback Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Type | M264 Turbo with EQ Boost | 3.0 L V6 TFSI quattro |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | DOHC |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Tiptronic |
Gears | 9 Speed | 8 |
Power | 201 bhp | 349 bhp @ 5400-6400 rpm |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm @ 1370-4500 rpm |
Fast Charging | - | No |
Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 16.9 kmpl | 11 kmpl |
Top Speed | 250 kmph | 250 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS VI | BS6 |
Comfort & Convenience
C-Class Comfort & Convenience | S5 Sportback Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | - |
Ventilated Seats Type | Front only | - |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Yes |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | - | Yes |
Drive Modes | 4 | 4 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
C-Class Safety | S5 Sportback Safety | |
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Airbags | 7 | 8 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | - |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | - | Yes |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | No | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | Yes |
Hill Assist | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
C-Class Dimensions & Capacity | S5 Sportback Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 4686 mm | 4765 mm |
Width | 1810 mm | 1845 mm |
Height | 1442 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase | 2840 mm | 2825 mm |
Ground Clearance | 157 mm | 117 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 58 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 6.6 Litres | 6.81 Litres |
Boot Space | 480 Litres | 465 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 1675 kg | 1760 kg |
Body Type | Sedan | Sports |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi S5 Sportback
Safety
C-Class comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera. S5 Sportback has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, ADAS, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.
Body
C-Class has doors and seats. It is an with 480 Litres boot space, 66 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 157 mm. It is 1810 mm wide, 1442 mm high and 4686 mm long. It has 1675 kg kerb weight and 2840 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, S5 Sportback is an with doors and seats ,58 Litres fuel tank capacity, 465 Litres boot space, 117 mm ground clearance.It has 1390 mm height, 4765 mm length, 1845 mm width, and 1760 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and 9 Speed Automatic transmission. And S5 Sportback comes with AWD and 8 Tiptronic transmission.