Audi A8 vs Mercedes Benz S-Class Saloon Comparison

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Things we like	--	Flamboyant design Premium and comfortable interiors Ride quality Read More
Things we don't like	--	Lacks individuality in terms of exterior styling Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	520 L	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	82 L	--
Front Headroom	1036 mm	--
Rear Headroom	983 mm	--
Front Tread	1644 mm	1624 mm
Rear Tread	1635 mm	1637 mm
Kerb Weight	2115 kg	--
Gross Weight	2705 kg	--
Length	5135 mm	5125 mm
Width	2111 mm	2130 mm
Height	1460 mm	1496 mm
Wheel Base	2992 mm	3035 mm
Turning Radius	6.15 m	--
No Of Doors	4	4
Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats

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Engine Details

Fuel Supply System	CRDi	--
No Of Cylinders	8	6
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 6	--
Battery Type	--	Lithium-ion
Battery Capacity	--	28.6 kWh
Engine	--	3.0L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve
Secondary Engine Fuel Type	--	Electric

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Performance

Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Engine Displacement	4134 cc	2996 cc
Power	380 hp	362 hp
Torque	850 Nm	500 Nm
Acceleration	4.7 s	5.2 s
Top Speed	250 kmph	--
Mileage City	10.6 kmpl	--
Mileage Highway	16.4 kmpl	--
Secondary Engine Max Power	--	148 hp
Secondary Engine Max Torque	--	440 Nm

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Column	Adjustable	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Front Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	Air Suspension
Rear Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	Air Suspension

Transmission

Transmission Type	Manumatic	Automatic
Gear Box	8-Speed	9-Speed
Drive Type	AWD	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	--

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	18 Inch	19 Inch
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	275/40 ZR19
Tyre Type	Radial	Runflat
Wheel Size	R18	ZR19

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Safety

Advance Safety Feature	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist	Hill Start Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist Hill Start Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Optional Optional	Yes
Rear Camera	Optional Optional	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	--	Yes

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Optional Optional	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	--	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	Optional Optional	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Optional Optional	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Optional Optional	--
Central Console Armrest	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Optional Optional	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
DVD Player	Optional Optional	--
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Optional Optional	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	No
Voice Control	Optional Optional	Yes
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	--	Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Optional Optional	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	Optional Optional	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	No
Leather Seats	Optional Optional	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Optional Optional	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	--
Roof Carrier	No	No
Roof Rail	No	No
Rear Spoiler	No	--
Sun Roof	optional optional	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	Yes	--
Chrome Grille	No	--
Headlamp Type	--	LED LED
Additional Features	--	Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

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Miscellaneous

Outside Temperature Display	Yes	--
Driving Experience Control Eco	No	--
Chrome Garnish	No	--