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| MPG - City | 19 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 24 MPG | 33 - 34 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 54.1 ft3 | 50.5 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 349 - 362 hp | 221 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 4,400 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 184.3 in | 173.6 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.5 in | 72.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in |
Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Audi SQ5 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Audi SQ5, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi SQ5 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Audi SQ5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Audi SQ5 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Audi SQ5, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
Handling
The Audi SQ5 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi SQ5 greatly out-muscles the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Audi SQ5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi SQ5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
The Audi SQ5 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.