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Used test: Audi A5 Coupé vs Mercedes E-Class Coupé verdict
Buy one of these upmarket coupés from Audi and Mercedes used and you could save up to £20,000 on the price, but which should you have on your driveway?...
Our Verdict
Both of these cars are extremely tempting propositions bought at this age. There’ll be many for whom the lure of the three-pointed star will be more than enough to justify buying an E-Class Coupe. Allied to its undeniably handsome looks, it’s certainly got a lot of appeal.
However, if it were our money we'd go for the A5. You see it's just a little bit better in a number of key areas. With its smooth V6 engine, as well as confidence-inspiring, all-weather (four-wheel drive) handling and a neatly finished interior, the A5 proves to be everything you’d want from a posh coupé. It's cheaper, too, and the fact that you can have such strong performance and good fuel economy at the same time is simply a bonus.
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1st – Audi A5 Coupé
For Superb all-weather usability; smoother engine; slicker infotainment
Against Firmer ride; less space in the back; V6 models rare on the used market
Verdict Conservative, but a fine all-rounder
What Car? rating 4 stars out of 5
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2nd – Mercedes E-Class Coupé
For More rear leg room; snazzy interior
Against Noisier engine; stodgy handling; more expensive to buy and run
Verdict An accomplished package, but not quite as complete as the A5
What Car? rating 4 stars out of 5 stars
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Specifications: Audi A5 Coupé 3.0 TDI 218 quattro Sport
Engine size 3.0-litre diesel
Power 215bhp
Torque 295lb ft
0-60mph 6.2sec
Top speed 155mph
Fuel economy 61.4mpg (Official NEDC average)
CO2 emissions 119g/km
Specifications: Mercedes E-Class Coupé E220d AMG Line
Engine size 2.0-litre diesel
Power 191bhp
Torque 295lb ft
0-60mph 7.3sec
Top speed 150mph
Fuel economy 61.4mpg (Official average)
CO2 emissions 119g/km
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