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Audi A4 Limousine vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Audi A4 Limousine vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • only slightly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A4 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is only slightly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Audi A4 Limousine costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,107 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A4 Limousine with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

A Class Saloon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers somewhat more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Audi A4 Limousine takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers slightly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is barely lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Limousine offers somewhat more boot space – 460 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Limousine carries only slightly more – 540 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Audi A4 Limousine
Mercedes A Class Saloon

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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Audi A4 Limousine
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,847 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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