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Audi A4 Limousine vs Mercedes E Class comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or Mercedes E Class?

Audi A4 Limousine vs Mercedes E Class: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit lighter

Mercedes E Class

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

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

A4 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A4 Limousine is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,662 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Audi A4 Limousine with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

E Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E Class offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 320 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Audi A4 Limousine takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Limousine is a bit lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries a bit more – 640 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
Audi A4 Limousine
Mercedes E Class

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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 E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Audi A4 Limousine
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
-
Width
1,847 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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