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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Audi A4 Limousine comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Audi A4 Limousine?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Audi A4 Limousine: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • markedly cheaper
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Audi A4 Limousine

  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Sprinter Transporter

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 Sprinter Transporter is markedly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Audi A4 Limousine costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,880 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A4 Limousine uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

A4 Limousine

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 Audi A4 Limousine offers clearly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Limousine is substantially 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 Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers moderately more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

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 A4 Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Limousine is visibly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 507 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,101 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Limousine sits just ahead overall 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 £35,800
A4 Limousine

Audi A4 Limousine

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Audi A4 Limousine

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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 A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Audi A4 Limousine

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
121 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
4,762 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,847 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
490 - 540 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Audi
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