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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
47600 - 68100 £
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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
97 - 105 km
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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co2
49 - 157 g/km
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co2
11 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1845 - 2220 kg
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Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
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Trunk capacity
354 - 492 L
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Length
4999 mm
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Width
1875 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Height
1452 mm
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Payload
535 - 625 kg
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 367 HP
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
243 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Torque
340 - 550 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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.