2022 Audi Q5 vs. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB Class
The 2022 Audi Q5 is an SUV that offers outstanding infotainment, a great base engine, and some of the best IIHS scores that we’ve seen in years. But how does it compare to the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB Class, a sleek and smooth SUV with a convenient sliding 2nd row seat, array of safety technology and solid performance?
Design & Style
The latest Mercedes-Benz GLB Class now offers adaptive dampers and a larger display, with the ability to seat a maximum of 7 passengers. Its outer shape still uses the boxy profile that has been seen in previous editions, but its shoulder has been rounded and passengers in the cabin will be presented with a dual display, lots of shiny metallic trim and colorful ambient illumination.
The Audi Q5 is a moderately sized sport utility vehicle that comes with twenty inch wheels, a sleek roofline and prominent creases along its sides. The grille in front is heavily embossed but the frame is balanced and the cabin comes in black, grey or beige trim. The seats provide outstanding back support and are covered with materials like faux carbon or upscale leather.
Technology & Safety
The IIHS adores the Audi Q5 and has given the vehicle its highest accolade, which is the Top Safety Pick+. This is largely due to its many countermeasures that are designed to protect passengers, such as parking sensors, blind area monitoring, emergency automated brakes and lane and cruise control. Luxuries within its cabin include wooden trim, seats that can be power adjusted, a ten inch touch display and the option of Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB Class has also received great ratings for its safety, including a 5 star NHTSA designation, but it has yet to earn the Top Safety Pick+ as of this writing. Its features include blind area monitoring, emergency automated brakes, a camera with surround view, parking assistance and cruise control which is adaptive. Amenities within the cabin include keyless start, powered tailgate, panoramic roof and seats that can be cooled or heated with audio from Burmester.
Performance
Those that purchase the Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 will get an engine that can generate 302 horsepower which enables it to accelerate from zero to sixty in around 5.1 seconds. Those that purchase the Audi SQ5 will get a turbo 6, 3 liter engine that can generate 349 horsepower that enables it to go from zero to sixty in 4.7 seconds.
The Bottom Line
Though the Mercedes-Benz GLB Class is impressive, the Audi Q5 has better safety credentials and superior horsepower. But aside from this, the Mercedes-Benz GLB Class has a tight 3rd row seat plus some have described its infotainment as being complex to learn, making the Audi Q5 the winner.
Ready to Schedule a 2022 Audi Q5 Test Drive Today?
If you are interested in experiencing the luxury package that the 2022 Audi Q5 offers, you can test drive this stellar car with us at Audi New Rochelle. We are located in Eastchester New York and proudly serve car buyers in the Tri-State area. Drop by our showroom today or simply call us in advance to book a 2022 Audi Q5 test drive appointment.