Head to head · Coupe
Audi A5 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Audi A5 comes out ahead of the Mercedes-Benz CLA, winning 4 of the 4 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Audi A5 | Mercedes-Benz CLA |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £23,900 (2023, 30,500 mi) | £19,800 (2023, 28,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 64% · wins | 61% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 75 · wins | 68 |
| Average mpg | 43 · wins | 40 |
| Insurance group | 39 · wins | 45 |
| Road tax / year | £200 | £200 |
| Typical annual service | £290 | £290 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
A5 vs CLA — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the A5 or the CLA?
The Audi A5 scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 75 against the Mercedes-Benz CLA's 68 out of 100.
Which holds its value better, the A5 or the CLA?
The Audi A5 — it keeps about 64% of its original price after three years, against 61% for the Mercedes-Benz CLA.
How much does a used A5 cost compared with a CLA?
A roughly three-year-old Audi A5 is worth about £23,900 at typical mileage, against about £19,800 for the equivalent Mercedes-Benz CLA.