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

2024 Mercedes-Benz
E-Class

MSRP*: $62,300 to $68,100
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 31 - 33 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/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 - 335 hp 255 - 375 hp
Exterior Length 194.4 in 194.9 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
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi A6 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi A6 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

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 its lower torque, the Audi A6 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

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.