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Audi A6 Limousine vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (47,600 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Limousine or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Audi A6 Limousine vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Audi A6 Limousine

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • a bit lighter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range

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

A6 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Audi A6 Limousine costs 47,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,623 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Limousine uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers significantly more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 339 km more than the Audi A6 Limousine.

Sprinter Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A6 Limousine offers substantially more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A6 Limousine is significantly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 160 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Limousine delivers clearly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

A6 Limousine

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 more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 Limousine is a bit lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 207 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 625 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,016 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 Limousine stands well ahead of its rival 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 £47,600
A6 Limousine

Audi A6 Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 105 km
Audi A6 Limousine
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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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 Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Audi A6 Limousine
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,600 - 68,100 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
97 - 105 km
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
49 - 157 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,845 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 492 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,999 mm
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
1,452 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
535 - 625 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, 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
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
243 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

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