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Luxury crossovers blend style and versatility in the most balanced way. The Audi Q5 and
Mercedes-Benz GLA exude character, and we want to help Burlington,
South Burlington, and Essex Junction shoppers compare the two.Â
In this car comparison, we'll walk you through these sleek, spacious luxury SUVs and show you their most compelling features. See which one is ideal for your daily drives and contact us at Audi South Burlington to learn more!
One mark of an SUV's flexibility is how much cargo you can bring along for the ride. The 2019 Q5 and GLA are roomy vehicles, and that extends to their storage space. The Mercedes-Benz offers 17.2 cubic feet for your most important items behind the rear seats.
The Audi SUV is even more spacious, though, with 25.1 cubic feet available. That's enough room to store vacation luggage for a family of five-an ability unmatched by the Mercedes-Benz GLA. Fold the rear seats and find 53.1 cubic feet in the Q5, compared to just 43.6 cubic feet in the GLA. Â
However, hands-free power liftgates are available for both SUVs. Just wave your foot under the rear bumper, and the liftgate will rise on its own! When your hands are full of cargo, it's a nice convenience.
The base Audi Q5 and Mercedes-Benz GLA are both powered by turbocharged 4-cylinder engines. These powertrains are potent enough for any daily driving situation. However, the engine under the hood of the Audi is a bit more robust.
It cranks out up to 248 horsepower, enough to boost you from 0 to 60 MPH in as little as 5.9 seconds! The Mercedes-Benz 4-cylinder, on the other hand, serves up 208 horsepower. It's a respectable total, but it falls a bit short of the Audi Q5 in terms of power.
Need all-wheel drive for some extra traction? It's offered on the Audi Q5 and Mercedes-Benz GLA alike. Yet a quattro® all-wheel drive (AWD) system is standard on the Audi to give you surer footing on the roads, while AWD is an optional feature in the Mercedes-Benz.
Wherever your adventures take you, the 2019 Q5 and 2019 GLA can keep you connected. They come standard with advanced infotainment systems-MMI® in the Audi and COMAND® in the Mercedes-Benz. The sharp graphics and quick response times make the screens incredibly easy and enjoyable to use.
You can stay connected in all sorts of ways: to the road, to your music, and to some of your favorite people, wherever they may be. The Audi Q5 and Mercedes-Benz GLA offer navigation, smartphone integration, and voice command to make it all easier to control.
Keep in mind, though, that only the Audi SUV makes Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ standard. These smartphone connectivity features are available on the GLA, but only on higher trim levels.
Burlington, Essex Junction, and South Burlington shoppers will find much to like in the 2019 Audi Q5 and 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA. These luxury SUVs offer a range of deluxe amenities that the average crossover just doesn't.
However, the Q5 really stands out for its roomier cabin, more powerful engine, and standard multimedia features. If you value these qualities, set up a test drive at Audi South Burlington today!
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Audi South Burlington
1325 Shelburne Road
South Burlington, VT 05403
