Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV
Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic
₹1,45,00,000
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Audi RS5 vs Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV
Sportback vs Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Same body type (Sedan)
30.4% price gap between these trims
Audi RS5 Sportback is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
Audi RS5
Sportback
|
Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV
Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹1,06,68,378 | ₹1,45,00,000 |
| Variant | Sportback | Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic |
| Brand | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS5 | AMG E53 PHEV |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Powertrain | ICE | PHEV |
| Engine / battery | 2894 cc | 2999 cc |
| Transmission | Automatic (TC) | Automatic (TC) |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) |
| Primary specs | 2894 cc · Automatic (TC) · Petrol | 2999 cc · Automatic (TC) · Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) |
| Price difference Gap ₹38,31,622 · 30.4% | Lower | Higher |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | Audi RS5 Sportback | Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Performance | ||
| Mileage | 10.8 Km / L | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Type | 2.9L Bi-Turbo TFSI V6 | 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 PHEV |
| Engine | 2894 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC | 2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 444 bhp @ 5700 rpm | 577 bhp (Combined Engine & Motor), 442 bhp (Engine), 161 bhp (Motor) |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 600 Nm @ 2000 rpm | 750 Nm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | Twin Turbo | Turbocharged |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Top Speed | 250 kmph | 250 kmph |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 4 seconds (claimed) |
| Battery Charging & Range | ||
| Driving Range | 630 km | — |
| DC Fast Charging | — | 10-80 % : 20 mins, 60 kW charger |
| AC Fast Charging | — | 0 - 100 % : 2 hrs 15 mins, 11 kW charger |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode | Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Limited Slip Differential | Yes | — |
| Four-Wheel-Drive | Torque-On-Demand | — |
| Chassis Type | — | Unibody/Monocoque Frame |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | 5-link Axle with Tubular Anti-roll Bar | Double-wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | 5-link Axle with Tubular Anti-roll Bar | Multi-link |
| Advanced Suspension Features | No | No |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 4783 mm * 1866 mm * 1409 mm | 4965 mm * 2065 mm * 1472 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,832 mm | 1,472 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1795 kg | 2390 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | — | 6.2 metres |
| Gross Weight | — | 2920 kg |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tyres | 265 / 35 R19 | 20 |
| Rear Tyres | 265 / 35 R19 | 20 |
| Spare Wheel & Tyre | Alloy | — |
| Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres | — |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc (Front & Rear) | — |
| Doors, Mirrors & Wipers | ||
| Interior Door Handles Finish | Chrome | — |
| Exterior Door | Body Coloured Door Handles | Body Coloured Door Handles |
| Fuel Fillers Lid | — | Capless |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | 465 L | 370 L |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Bench |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Input Methods | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility, DVD Playback | — |
| Antenna | Roof-Mounted Antenna | — |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Fuel Consumption | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty & Low Fuel Level Warning | — |
| Design & Styling | ||
| Wrappings | Wrapped Steering Wheel | — |
| Scuff Plates | Metallic | — |
| Exhaust | Chrome Finish | — |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Transmission | Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode | Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Engine | ||
| Horsepower | 444 bhp | — |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Displacement | 2894 cc | 2999 cc |
| Dimensions | ||
| Boot Space | 465 L | 370 L |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 4783 x 1866 x 1409 mm | 4965 x 2065 x 1472 mm |
| Height | 1,409 mm | 1,472 mm |
| Length | 4,783 mm | 4,965 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,832 mm | 1,472 mm |
| Width | 1,866 mm | 2,065 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 117 mm | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| Mileage Combined | 10.8 Km / L | — |
| Engine/Battery/Motor Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Type | 2.9L Bi-Turbo TFSI V6 | 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 PHEV |
| Engine | 2894 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC | 2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 444 bhp @ 5700 rpm | 577 bhp (Combined Engine & Motor), 442 bhp (Engine), 161 bhp (Motor) |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 600 Nm @ 2000 rpm | 750 Nm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | Twin Turbo | Turbocharged |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Battery | — | Lithium Ion, 21.2 kWh |
| Electric Motor | — | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors |
| Top Speed | 250 kmph | 250 kmph |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 4 seconds (claimed) |
| Specifications | ||
| Power | — | 577 bhp (Combined Engine & Motor), 442 bhp (Engine), 161 bhp (Motor) |
| ADAS & Active Safety | ||
| ADAS | — | Level 2 |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | Audi RS5 Sportback | Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Yes | 8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Front Centre) |
| Seatbelts | Not verified | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Not verified |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Not verified |
| Traction Control | Yes | Not verified |
| Vehicle Stability Control | Yes | Not verified |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Not verified |
| Downhill Assist Control | Not verified | Not verified |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not available | Not verified |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not available | Not verified |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not verified | Not verified |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Road Departure Mitigation | Not verified | Not verified |
| Blind Spot Monitor | Not available | Not verified |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Cross Traffic Brake | Not verified | Not verified |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not verified | Not verified |
| Traffic Jam Assist | Not verified | Not verified |
| Driver Attention Warning | Not verified | Yes |
| Lane Centering Assist | Not verified | Not verified |
| Door Open Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Collision Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Low Speed Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Adaptive High Beam | Not verified | Not verified |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Yes | Not verified |
| Child Lock | Yes | Not verified |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | Not verified | Not verified |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Yes | Not verified |
| ANCAP Safety Rating | Not verified | Not verified |
| Surround View Camera | Not verified | Not verified |
| Night Vision | Not verified | Not verified |
| Parking Distance Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Electric Parking Brake | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not verified | Not verified |
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Not verified | Not verified |
| TPMS | Yes | Not verified |
| ACE Body Structure | Not verified | Not verified |
| Multi-Collision Brake | Not verified | Not verified |
| Emergency Call | Yes | Not verified |
| ISOFIX Front Passenger | Not verified | Not verified |
| Whiplash Protection Seats | Not available | Not verified |
| Active Bonnet | Not verified | Not verified |
| Run-flat Tyres | Not verified | Not verified |
| Tire Repair Kit | Yes | Not verified |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Not verified |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
| Front Side Airbags | Not verified | Not verified |
| Curtain Airbags | Not verified | Not verified |
| Driver/Passenger Airbags | Not verified | Not verified |
| Exterior | ||
| Alloy Wheels | Not verified | Not verified |
| LED Headlights | Not verified | Not verified |
| LED Taillights | Not verified | Not verified |
| Fog Lights | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Fog Lamp | Not verified | Not verified |
| DRLs | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto High Beam | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Not verified |
| Adaptive Headlights | Not verified | Not verified |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Yes | Not verified |
| Power Side Mirrors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heated Side Mirrors | Not verified | Yes |
| Auto-Folding Side Mirrors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Side Mirror Indicators | Not verified | Not verified |
| Sunroof | Not verified | Not verified |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Tailgate | Not verified | Not verified |
| Roof Rails | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Not verified |
| Rear Wiper | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Not verified |
| High Mount Stop Lamp | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Not verified |
| Dual Exhaust | Not verified | Not verified |
| Side Steps | Not verified | Not verified |
| Tinted Windows | Not verified | Not verified |
| Acoustic Glass | Not verified | Not verified |
| Capless Fuel Filler | Not verified | Not verified |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | Not verified | Not verified |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Yes | Not verified |
| Puddle Lights | Yes | Not verified |
| Soft-Close Doors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Hands-Free Tailgate | Not verified | Not verified |
| Trailer Hitch Prep | Not verified | Not verified |
| Wheel Locks | Not verified | Not verified |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Sport Package | Not verified | Not verified |
| Winter Package | Not verified | Not verified |
| Summer Tyres | Not verified | Not verified |
| All-Season Tyres | Not verified | Not verified |
| Cargo Cover | Not verified | Not verified |
| Body Kit | Yes | Not available |
| Rub Strips | Not verified | Not verified |
| Headlight Washers | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heated Windshield | Not verified | Not verified |
| Privacy Glass Rear | Not verified | Not verified |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Yes | Not verified |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness |
| Speakers | 6 Speakers | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Not verified | Not verified |
| Android Auto | Not verified | Not verified |
| Bluetooth | Not verified | Not verified |
| Navigation | Yes | Not verified |
| Voice Control | Yes | Not verified |
| USB Ports | Not verified | Not verified |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Not verified |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Yes | Not verified |
| AM/FM Radio | Yes | Not verified |
| Satellite Radio | Not verified | Not verified |
| Streaming Audio | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heads-Up Display | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Entertainment | Not verified | Not verified |
| Amazon Alexa | Not verified | Not verified |
| Connected Services | Yes | Not verified |
| OTA Updates | Not available | Not verified |
| Dashcam | Not verified | Not verified |
| App Store | Not verified | Not verified |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Not verified | Not verified |
| 12V Power Outlet | Not verified | Not verified |
| True Touchpad Interface | Not verified | Not verified |
| DAB Radio | Not verified | Not verified |
| CD Player | Not verified | Not verified |
| DVD Player | Not verified | Not verified |
| Aux Input | Not verified | Not verified |
| Gesture Control | Not available | Not verified |
| Wireless Headphones | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Seat Screens | Not verified | Not verified |
| Tachometer | Not verified | Not verified |
| Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | Not verified |
| On-Board Computer | Not verified | Not verified |
| Comfort | ||
| Air Conditioner | Not verified | Not verified |
| Climate Control | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heater | Yes | Not verified |
| Parking Heater | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear AC Vents | Not verified | Not verified |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Not verified |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not verified | Not verified |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Not verified |
| Keyless Entry | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Windows | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Steering | Not verified | Not verified |
| Central Locking | Not verified | Yes |
| Heated Front Seats | Not verified | Not verified |
| Ventilated Seats | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heated Steering Wheel | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Driver Seat | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Passenger Seat | Not verified | Not verified |
| Driver Seat Memory | Not verified | Not verified |
| Lumbar Support | Not verified | Not verified |
| Seat Material | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Folding Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Third Row Seats | Not verified | Not verified |
| Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Cup Holders | Not verified | Not verified |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes | Not verified |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not verified | Not verified |
| Tilt/Telescopic Steering | Not verified | Not verified |
| Paddle Shifters | Not verified | Not verified |
| Drive Modes | Not verified | Not verified |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Camera | Not verified | Not verified |
| Front Camera | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto Parking Assist | Not verified | Not verified |
| Ambient Lighting | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | Not verified | Not verified |
| Remote Engine Start | Yes | Not verified |
| Remote Window Operation | Not verified | Not verified |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Not verified | Not verified |
| Electronic Gear Selector | Not verified | Not verified |
| Sunglass Holder | Yes | Not verified |
| Umbrella Storage | Not verified | Not verified |
| Cabin Boot Access | Yes | Not verified |
| Start/Stop System | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heated Rear Seats | Not verified | Not verified |
| Massage Seats | Not available | Not verified |
| Panoramic Display | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Rear Sunshade | Not verified | Not verified |
| Cabin Air Purifier | Not verified | Not verified |
| Glovebox Cooler | Yes | Not verified |
| Wireless Rear Charger | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto Soft-Close Tailgate | Not verified | Not verified |
| Memory Steering Column | Not verified | Not verified |
| Headrest Speakers | Not verified | Not verified |
| Fragrance System | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Third Row | Not verified | Not verified |
| Captain Chairs | Not verified | Not verified |
| Walk-In Second Row | Not verified | Not verified |
| Sport Seats | Not verified | Not verified |
| Sport Suspension | Not verified | Not verified |
| Front Seatback Pockets | Yes | Not verified |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | Yes | Not verified |
| Vanity Mirrors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Door Pockets | Not available | Not verified |
| Rear Headrests | Not verified | Not verified |
| Second Row Seat Adjustment | Not verified | Not verified |
| Differential Lock | Not verified | Not verified |
| Particulate Filter | Not verified | Not verified |
| Catalytic Converter | Not verified | Not verified |
| E10 Compatible | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Tailgate Memory | Not verified | Not verified |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not verified | Not verified |
| Battery Pre-Heating | Not verified | Not verified |
| ETC Device | Not verified | Not verified |
| Lane Change Assist | Not verified | Not verified |
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