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Audi A6 Limousine vs Mercedes C-Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (47600 £ vs 42400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Limousine or Mercedes C-Class Wagon?

Audi A6 Limousine

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

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

A6 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes C-Class Wagon has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £, while the Audi A6 Limousine costs 47600 £. That’s a price difference of around 5129 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A6 Limousine with 2.20 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 112 km, about 7 km more than the Audi A6 Limousine.

C-Class Wagon

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 C-Class Wagon has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Audi A6 Limousine takes 4.70 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs to a small extent better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Audi A6 Limousine tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm difference.

A6 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 curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Wagon is barely noticeable lighter – 1755 kg compared to 1845 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 Limousine offers barely noticeable more room – 492 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 Limousine slight takes the win – 625 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes C-Class Wagon proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes C-Class Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £42,400
C-Class Wagon

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 km
Audi A6 Limousine
Mercedes C-Class Wagon

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Audi A6 Limousine

The Audi A6 cuts a clean, purposeful silhouette with an interior that feels like a quiet, high-tech office on wheels—luxurious materials and clever gadgets make long journeys surprisingly pleasant. It balances composed, confident driving with enough flair to keep you entertained, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want executive polish without showing off.

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Mercedes C-Class Wagon

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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Audi A6 Limousine
Mercedes C-Class Wagon
A6 Limousine
C-Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
47600 - 68100 £
Price
42400 - 115300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
97 - 105 km
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
49 - 157 g/km
co2
11 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1845 - 2220 kg
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 492 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1452 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Payload
535 - 625 kg
Payload
440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
243 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Audi A6 Limousine?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.