2024 Audi A6 vs. 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi A6

2024 Audi
A6

MSRP*: $58,100 to $62,600
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Picture of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2023 Mercedes-Benz
E-Class

MSRP*: $56,750 to $65,550
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 21 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 30 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 335-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 362-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 - 335 hp 255 - 362 hp
Exterior Length 194.4 in 194.3 in
Exterior Width 74.3 in 72.9 - 73.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.8 in
Head Room Front 38.0 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 37.9 in
Rear 38.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Audi A6 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Audi A6 and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class in the front seats.

Convenience
The Audi A6 will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Audi A6 or the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Audi A6 is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. When looking at overall length, the Audi A6 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Handling
The Audi A6 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the Audi A6 and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Audi A6 and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A6 and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.