Verdict
These coupe-SUVs sit only RM3,898 apart: the Audi Q5 Sportback costs RM421,990 against RM425,888 for the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe. Audi brings the stronger petrol engine at 268 hp and 400 Nm, plus ventilated memory front seats, a head-up display and a 14.5-inch screen. But for a Malaysian buyer able to charge at home or office, the GLC Coupe’s 31.2 kWh battery, 131 km EV range and 11 kW AC charging are major advantages. Its 545-litre boot and four-year warranty also make the extra outlay easier to justify.
Pick the Audi Q5 Sportback if you want 268 hp and 400 Nm from the petrol engine, plus ventilated memory seats and a head-up display.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe if you can use its 131 km electric range and want the larger boot, longer warranty and sunroof.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 Sportback RM421,990; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe RM425,888.
- Powertrain: Audi has a 268 hp/400 Nm 1,984 cc petrol engine; Mercedes has a 201 hp/320 Nm 1,999 cc petrol engine plus a 127 hp/440 Nm motor.
- Battery and EV range: Audi has no battery or EV range; Mercedes has a 31.2 kWh battery and 131 km EV range.
- Dimensions: Audi is 4,717 mm long with a 2,528 mm wheelbase; Mercedes is 4,763 mm long with a 2,888 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Audi has 515 litres; Mercedes has 545 litres.
- Warranty: Audi has two years/unlimited mileage; Mercedes has four years/unlimited mileage.
Q5 Sportback
- 268 hp and 400 Nm petrol engine
- Ventilated memory front seats and head-up display
- 14.5-inch touchscreen with 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio
- No plug-in hybrid motor, battery or EV range
- 515-litre boot is 30 litres smaller
- Two-year warranty is half the Mercedes-Benz's four-year cover
GLC Coupe
- 31.2 kWh plug-in hybrid battery with 131 km EV range
- 545-litre boot and 2,888 mm wheelbase
- Four-year unlimited-mileage warranty, sunroof and rear door shades
- Petrol engine produces 201 hp and 320 Nm versus the Audi's 268 hp and 400 Nm
- No head-up display
- 62-litre fuel tank is 6 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM421,990✓ | RM425,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, supercharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 268 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ | 320 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 83 mm × 92.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 127 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 31.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 131 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 7 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 246 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,641 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,528 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 515 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | S Sport Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen Sound System | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot with Hands-free Access |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Q5 Sportback vs GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 Sportback or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe better?
The GLC Coupe is the better choice if you can charge regularly, thanks to its 31.2 kWh battery, 131 km EV range, larger boot and four-year warranty. Choose the Q5 Sportback for its stronger 268 hp, 400 Nm petrol engine and head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe costs RM3,898 more than the Audi Q5 Sportback.
Can the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe be driven on electric power alone?
Yes. The GLC Coupe has one electric motor, a 31.2 kWh battery and a stated EV range of 131 km. It supports AC charging at up to 11 kW. The Audi Q5 Sportback has no listed electric motor, battery or EV range.
