Audi S5 Sportback vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The C-Class is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹61.20 lakh against ₹73.57 lakh for the S5 Sportback.
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S5 Sportback vs C-Class: specs and prices
| Audi S5 Sportback | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹73.57 L | ₹61.20 L – ₹62.00 L |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Mileage (claimed) | – | 16.9–23 km/l |
| Airbags (max) | 8 | 7 |
| Crash-test rating | Not tested | Not tested |
| Expert score | – | 7/10 |
| Variants | 1 | 2 |
| Cheapest automatic | ₹73.57 L | ₹61.20 L |
Ex-showroom prices from each maker's official website, updated 2026-10-22. On-road prices depend on your state.
Quick answers
- Which is cheaper, the Audi S5 Sportback or the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class starts at ₹61.20 lakh ex-showroom; the Audi S5 Sportback starts at ₹73.57 lakh. Prices updated 2026-10-22.
- Which is safer, the S5 Sportback or the C-Class?
- Neither has a published crash-test rating yet. The S5 Sportback has up to 8 airbags and the C-Class up to 7.
- Which is better, the S5 Sportback or the C-Class?
- The C-Class is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹61.20 lakh against ₹73.57 lakh for the S5 Sportback. Which suits you depends on your budget and the features you need: Right Ride's matcher ranks both against your priorities and shows on-road prices for your state.


