Audi A6 Limousine vs Mercedes CLE Coupe – Which car suits you better?

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

Costs and Efficiency: Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes CLE Coupe has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46300 £, while the Audi A6 Limousine costs 47600 £. That’s a price difference of around 1233 £.

Both cars consume an average of 2.20 L per 100 km – no difference here.

As for range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe performs minimal better – achieving up to 113 km, about 8 km more than the Audi A6 Limousine.

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 CLE Coupe has a evident edge – offering 472 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Audi A6 Limousine takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 560 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Audi A6 Limousine offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is slight lighter – 1790 kg compared to 1845 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 Limousine offers slightly more room – 492 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 Limousine distinct takes the win – 625 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

All in all, the Mercedes CLE Coupe shows itself to be barely ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.