2024 Audi A8 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi A8

2024 Audi
A8

MSRP*: $90,900
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
E-Class

MSRP*: $62,300 to $68,100
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MPG - City 19 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 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 335 hp 255 - 375 hp
Exterior Length 208.7 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 76.6 in 72.9 - 73.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 44.3 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.8 in
Head Room Front 38.3 in
Rear 38.5 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
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Audi A8 than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Audi A8 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 A8 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). The Audi A8 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi A8 is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Audi A8, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Handling
The Audi A8 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A8 is somewhat more powerful than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Audi A8 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than 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 A8 and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.