Verdict
The Audi Q5 costs RM352,900, undercutting the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe by RM72,988 while bringing a 14.5-inch Android Automotive touchscreen, 68-litre tank and 520-litre boot. The GLC Coupe answers with plug-in hybrid running: its 31.2-kWh battery supports a quoted 131 km EV range, while its 201-hp petrol engine and 127-hp motor feed all-wheel drive. It is also 71 mm longer with a 545-litre boot, but the Q5 is 10 mm wider and has 340 Nm from its 1,984-cc turbo petrol engine. For Malaysians able to charge regularly, the Mercedes earns its premium; otherwise, the Audi is the rational buy.
Pick the Audi Q5 if you want to save RM72,988, need the larger 68-litre fuel tank and prefer its 14.5-inch Android Automotive display.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe if you can charge at home or work and want its 131 km EV range, all-wheel drive and four-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe RM425,888.
- Powertrain: Audi Q5 196-hp, 340-Nm 1,984-cc turbo petrol; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 201-hp 1,999-cc turbo petrol plus 127-hp, 440-Nm motor.
- Drive: Audi Q5 front-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe all-wheel drive.
- Battery and EV range: Audi Q5 has no motor or battery; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe has a 31.2-kWh battery and 131 km EV range.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 520 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 545 litres.
- Warranty: Audi Q5 two years/unlimited mileage; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe four years/unlimited mileage.
Q5
- RM72,988 lower purchase price
- 340 Nm from the 1,984-cc turbo petrol engine
- 14.5-inch Android Automotive touchscreen and 10-speaker Audi Sound System
- Front-wheel drive versus the GLC Coupe's all-wheel drive
- No plug-in hybrid motor, 31.2-kWh battery or 131 km EV range
- Two-year warranty versus four years
GLC Coupe
- 31.2-kWh plug-in hybrid battery with 131 km EV range
- All-wheel drive and quoted 0-100 km/h time of 6.3 seconds
- 545-litre boot and four-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- RM72,988 more expensive
- 62-litre fuel tank versus the Q5's 68 litres
- Only one front power socket versus the Q5's front wireless charger and four USB-C ports
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM352,900✓ | RM425,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged 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 | 196 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 83 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 | Front 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 | 1,669 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag | 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 | Digital Matrix LED Headlights | 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 Driver's Memory Function | 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, 10-speaker Audi 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 vs GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe better?
The GLC Coupe is better for regular charging, with a 31.2-kWh battery, 131 km EV range and all-wheel drive. The Q5 is the better value choice, costing RM72,988 less while retaining a 340-Nm turbo petrol engine and 520-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe costs RM72,988 more than the Audi Q5: RM425,888 against RM352,900.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe has a four-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty. The Audi Q5 has a two-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.