2025 Audi A6 allroad vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe

$70,500 · Wagon

$76,400 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

When choosing between a sleek European wagon and a stylish coupe-SUV, buyers face a tough choice in usability versus flash. The 2025 Audi A6 allroad, priced at $70,500, offers superior running costs, netting 25 combined MPG compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe’s 21 combined MPG. While the Audi’s 335 hp is respectable, the GLE Coupe boasts an extra 40 horsepower, delivering 375 hp for more assertive driving. Both vehicles share the same 369 lb-ft of torque. The Audi is significantly shorter at 194.9 inches versus the Mercedes' 194.5 inches, yet the GLE Coupe is considerably wider at 79.3 inches. This comparison boils down to practicality and efficiency (Audi) versus statement styling and power reserves (Mercedes), considering the $5,900 initial price gap.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi A6 allroad

The Audi A6 allroad wins for commuters due to its better fuel economy, achieving 30 MPG highway versus the GLE Coupe's 25 MPG highway.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe

The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe secures the family win because it offers slightly more cargo room at 31.6 cu ft compared to the Audi's 30 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe

Enthusiasts will favor the Mercedes due to its higher output of 375 horsepower, giving it a clear edge over the Audi's 335 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi A6 allroad

The Audi A6 allroad provides better overall value, starting $5,900 less expensive than the Mercedes.

Choose the Audi A6 allroad if...

You prioritize maximizing fuel stops, as the Audi achieves 25 combined MPG.
You prefer a lower entry price point, saving $5,900 compared to the Mercedes.
You prefer the lower stance and handling characteristics of a wagon, evident in its 58.9-inch height.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe if...

You desire more immediate acceleration derived from its 375 horsepower output.
You require maximum utility, as the Mercedes offers 31.6 cu ft of cargo space.
You prefer a wider, taller vehicle for a commanding road presence (79.3 inches wide and 68.1 inches tall).

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi A6 allroad	Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe
Length	194.9"	194.5"
Width	74.9"	79.3"
Height	58.9"	68.1"
Wheelbase	115.2"	115.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	335 hp @ 6100 rpm	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm	369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	7-speed automated manual	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/30 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	424.6/579.0 mi.	427.5/562.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.3 gal.	22.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	705W	—
Speaker System	16	—
Subwoofer Count	1	2
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	6 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	38.3 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.8 in.	59.3 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Front Hip Room	—	60.8 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	39.5 in.	36.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	58.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	59.8 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	245/45R20	275/50R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	20 x 9.0 in

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi A6 allroad and 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe.

Which vehicle is more expensive upfront in the 2025 model year?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe commands a higher starting MSRP of $76,400. This is $5,900 more expensive than the 2025 Audi A6 allroad, which starts at $70,500.

How significant is the difference in power between these two models?

The Mercedes GLE Coupe has a noticeable power advantage, producing 375 horsepower compared to the Audi A6 allroad's 335 horsepower. However, torque output is identical at 369 lb-ft for both vehicles.

Does the lower price of the Audi A6 allroad translate to better fuel economy?

Yes, the Audi is more efficient across the board, offering 25 combined MPG (22 city/30 highway). The Mercedes achieves only 21 combined MPG (19 city/25 highway).

Which car has a better transmission setup for everyday driving?

The Mercedes uses a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, which generally provides smoother shifts than the Audi’s 7-speed automated manual, potentially benefiting commuting smoothness.

Are there significant size differences that affect maneuverability?

While both are similar in length (around 194.5-194.9 inches), the Mercedes GLE Coupe is significantly wider at 79.3 inches, which might make navigating tight city streets or parking garages slightly more challenging than in the narrower Audi.