Audi Q4 e-tron vs Mercedes C-Class Sedan – Which one offers the better deal?

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.

Audi Q4 e-tron has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Sedan costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 1609 £.

As for range, the Audi Q4 e-tron performs clearly better – achieving up to 554 km, about 437 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Sedan.

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 Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a convincingly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Audi Q4 e-tron takes 5.40 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Audi Q4 e-tron tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 341 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is evident lighter – 1695 kg compared to 2035 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers somewhat more room – 535 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Sedan slight takes the win – 570 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

All in all, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.