Audi A6 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Audi A6 Price starts at Rs. 64.41 Lakh which is Rs. 2.56 Lakh costlier than base model of Mercedes-Benz C-Class priced at Rs. 61.85 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Audi A6 (Petrol Model) is 14.11 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Diesel Model) is 23 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Audi A6 (Top Model) is powered by 1984 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Top Model) is powered by 1993 cc engine. The Comparison Audi A6 45 TFSI Technology vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

A6 vs C-Class

Key Highlights A6 45 TFSI TechnologyC-Class C 300
Engine Type In Line Petrol Engine Petrol Mild Hybrid
Max Power 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm 254.79bhp
Mileage (ARAI) 14.11 Kmpl ...
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Basic Info Audi A6 45 TFSI TechnologyMercedes Benz C-Class C 300
Rating
52 reviews
52 reviews
Brand Name Audi Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 70.79 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 69.00 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1984 cc 1999 cc
Body Type Sedan,LuxuryAll Sedan Cars Sedan,Luxury,HybridsAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm 254.79bhp
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed 9-Speed
Drive Type FWD RWD
Colors
Audi A6 Colors
Mercedes Benz C-Class Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 14.11 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size 245/45/ R18 ...
Boot Space 530 Liters 455 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,36,940 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,33,477 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.02 Lakh A6 Insurance Rs. 2.95 Lakh C-Class Insurance
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Engine Type
In Line Petrol Engine
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1984 cc
1999 cc
Battery Capacity
...
48 kWh
Max Power
241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm
254.79bhp
Max Torque
370Nm@1600-4500rpm
400Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed
9-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Valve Configuration
DOHC
...
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
Direct Injection
...
Kerb Weight
1740 Kg
1675 Kg
Turbo Charger
...
Mild Hybrid
...
Fast Charging
...

20-80 kmph (kickdown)
4.48 s
...
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
6.8 Sec
5.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
73 Liters
66 Liters
Top Speed
250 Km/h
250 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
14.11 Kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
...
15 kmpl
Secondary Fuel Type
...
Electric(Battery)

Suspension Front
...
Suspension Rear
...
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
...
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
...
Steering Type
Power
...
Minimum Turning Radius
5.95 m
...
Tyre Size
245/45/ R18
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
Ventilated Seats
Additional Interior Features
20.32cm TFT Colour Display, Gear Selector Lever Knob In Leather, Driver Information System, 17.78cm Colour Display
AMG floor mats(comes with AMG floor mats), AMG Line interior( The AMG Line interior lends your vehicle a more visible and tangible sense of sportiness. Seats with sporty seat upholstery layout and redesigned headrest, Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather, with horizontal twin-spokes, flat bottom, deep embossing in the grip area, steering-wheel bezel and steering-wheel paddle shifters in silver chrome, AMG brushed stainless steel sports pedals with black rubber studs, Ambient lighting, Instrument panel and beltlines in ARTICO man-made leather in black nappa look, Centre console in high-gloss black with insert in silver chrome, Air vents with elements in silver chrome, Doors with high-gloss black trim elements and surround in silver chrome as well as switches in silver chrome, Floor mats in black with AMG lettering, Overhead control panel in high-gloss black)
Fabric Upholstery
...
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
530 Liters
455 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
Remote
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
Panoramic Glass sunroof,MMI Navigation with MMI Touch Response,4 Zone Air conditioning,Audi Sound System,Audi Music Interface in rear
Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather, DIGITAL LIGHT (DIGITAL LIGHT With more than 1.3 million pixels per headlamp),can experience brilliant lighting conditions – constantly adjusted to other road users and to the surroundings. This HD system responds with constantly adapted light to changing traffic, road or weather conditions)AMG Line exterior( The expressive bodystyling of the AMG Line lends the exterior of the C-Class a sporty, exclusive touch. AMG bodystyling consisting of AMG front apron with sporty, air intakes and chrome trim element, diffuser-look AMG rear apron with insert in black plus AMG side sill panels, Radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz pattern and integral Mercedes star as well as louvre in matt iridium silver with chrome insert, Exhaust system with two visible tailpipe trim elements integrated into the bumper, Night package ( The Night Package adds at
Rain Sensing Wiper
Xenon Headlights
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Antenna
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4939*2110*1470 mm3
4751*1820*1437 mm3
Wheelbase
2500 mm
2636 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
165 mm
...

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
Bose Surround Sound System, Audi Sound System, Bluetooth Interface For Hands-Free Mode and Audio Streaming, CD Player, DVD Player, FM/AM/Radio, Speakers Front and Rear, Integrated 2DIN Audio, Bluetooth Connectivity, USB and Auxiliary input, Touch Screen, SD Card
...
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, SD Card Reader
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Door Armrest, Air Vents In The B-Pillar, Different Modes Auto, Comfort, Dynamic, Efficiency, and Individual
...
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Gear Shift Indicator
Rear Curtain
Available
...
Luggage Hook and Net
Battery Saver
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Electrically Extending High-Resolution 20.32cm Colour Display, 3D Map Representation With Display Of Lots Of Sightseeing Information and City Models, Detailed Route Information: Map Preview, Choice of Alternative Routes, Lane Recommendations, Motorway Exits, Detailed Junction Maps, Access To Smartphone Voice Control, Driver Information System With 17.78cm Colour Display, Bose Surround Sound System, DVD player, Audi sound system, Subwoofers
Burmester 3D surround sound system (15 high-quality speakers with 710 watt)
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
2 Zone
Massage Seats
Not Available
...
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
...
Drive Modes
5
4
Internal Storage
...
No of Speakers
21
13
Rear Entertainment System
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Height & Reach
...
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Adjustable Headrest
...
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
DVD Playback
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
...
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Moon Roof

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Audi Pre Sense Basic, Head Airbags
Tyre pressure monitoring system, TIREFIT, Active Brake Assist, PRE-SAFE
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
...
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Audi A6
  • New flashy design to the interiors. Three coloured screens to cocoon you in the drivers cockpit. New chassis is quite agile and comfortable. Petrol is refined and powerful. Looks sharp.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  • Classy
  • yet
  • sporty styling
  • refined petrol and diesel engine options available
  • loaded tech package
  • luxurious interior styling
Audi A6
  • No diesel option. Not really a chauffeur driven option. Not really exciting from behind the wheel either. Only one drivetrain option. Audi has also chosen to leave quattro all-wheel drive
  • all-wheel steering and the more powerful engines off the options list.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  • Ground clearance will become a problem
  • especially over large speed breakers
  • rear seat under-thigh support is average
  • spare tyre reduces usable boot space

Is Mercedes-Benz C-Class Better Than Audi A6?

60% users have chosen Mercedes-Benz C-Class over Audi A6 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 180 users have also rated Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A6 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
Audi A6 is better on the grounds of comfort, maintenance and safety. On the basis of mileage, performance and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor C-Class A6
Mileage 3.9 3.9
Performance 4.5 4.5
Comfort 4.4 4.6
Maintenance 3.1 3.2
Safety 4.5 4.6
Features 4.6 4.6
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Audi A6 Vs Mercedes Benz C-Class FAQs

Which car is best between Audi A6 vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
As per the users experiences Audi A6 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort, maintenance and safety in your car. On the basis of mileage, performance and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Audi A6 vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is cheaper than Audi A6 by Rs. 1.79 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Audi A6 vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
For the 45 TFSI Technology version, 1984 cc Petrol engine of A6 produces 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm of power and 370Nm@1600-4500rpm of torque. Whereas for the C 300 version, 1999 cc Petrol engine of C-Class produces 254.79bhp of power and 400Nm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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