| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Audi Q5 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 114.8 in | -4.3 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 189.1 in | -6.9 in |
| Width | 74.0 in | 75.2 in | -1.2 in |
| Height | 65.1 in | 70.7 in | -5.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4090 lb. | 4751 lb. | -661 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.7 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -4.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 38.9 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 58.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.3 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 58.4 in | -2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.4 in | -1 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.1 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 | -17.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 55.1 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -15.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Audi Q5.
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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