Audi Q5 vs Mercedes-Benz EQA

The Audi Q5 starts from $80,900 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz EQA opens at $79,900. That makes the Mercedes-Benz EQA the more affordable entry point by $1,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $88,990 and $87,890 respectively.

The Mercedes-Benz EQA qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Audi Q5, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Audi Q5 and Mercedes-Benz EQA hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 85% for the Audi Q5 and 97% for the Mercedes-Benz EQA.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Audi Q5 packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Mercedes-Benz EQA.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Audi Q5 and 7 in the Mercedes-Benz EQA. The Audi Q5 adds a 360-degree camera that the Mercedes-Benz EQA misses.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Audi Q5 features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Mercedes-Benz EQA gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q5 stands out with Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the Mercedes-Benz EQA. The Mercedes-Benz EQA counters with wireless charging. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q5 gets leather upholstery while the Mercedes-Benz EQA offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 3-zone in the Audi Q5 and 2-zone in the Mercedes-Benz EQA.

The Audi Q5 uses a 4-cylinder inline petrol with turbocharging and MHEV plus technology producing 150kW and 340Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed s tronic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.6 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz EQA responds with a Electric making 140kW and 375Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.6 seconds.

The Audi Q5 has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 140kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Audi Q5 measures 4,717mm long on a 2,820mm wheelbase, 254mm longer than the Mercedes-Benz EQA at 4,463mm (2,729mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Audi Q5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 520L in the Audi Q5 and 340L in the Mercedes-Benz EQA, giving the Audi Q5 a 180L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q5 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,800kg. That 200kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q5) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz EQA). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Audi Q5)—.