2025 Audi SQ5 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 Review

Picture of the 2025 Audi SQ5

2025 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $58,400 to $64,800
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLC 43

MSRP*: $67,100 to $72,900
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MPG - City 19 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 53.1 - 54.1 ft3 59.3 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 362-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 416-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 - 362 hp 416 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 - 185.7 in 187.0 - 188.7 in
Exterior Width 74.5 - 74.8 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 38.9 - 41.1 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Audi SQ5 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, with comparable head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi SQ5.

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 AMG GLC 43, 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). Clearly, the Audi SQ5 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Audi SQ5 is a little narrower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Audi SQ5 is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Audi SQ5 is clearly the choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 for pulling heavy loads. The Audi SQ5 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43.

Powertrain
The Audi SQ5 has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

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 AMG GLC 43.