2020 Audi A6 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS
When comparing the 2020 Audi A6's and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Audi A6's and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi A6 is a better car than the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
2020 Audi A6 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS Pricing
A used 2020 Audi A6 ranges from $29,875 to $44,734 while a used 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS is priced between $44,996 to $66,572.
2020 Audi A6 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS retains 4.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Audi A6.
2020 Audi A6 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A6 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz CLS's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi A6 being ranked 5 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Mercedes-Benz CLS being ranked 10 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
2020 Audi A6 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A6 is 8.7 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz CLS the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Audi A6 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Audi A6’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS base engine makes 362 horsepower. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 618 miles. The CLS is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 654 miles.This gives the 2020 Audi A6 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 Audi A6, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS, a large car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The 2020 Audi A6 and 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS are comparable in regards to front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2020 Audi A6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
29875 - 44734
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
44996 - 66572
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537969
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz CLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.719411 / 10
Reliability:
7.938822 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz CLS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 25Ranking
21 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Audi A6 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 45 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI
2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS Trim Levels
AMG CLS 53, CLS 450, CLS 450 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 4300 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 618 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
506 / 654 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
11.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4101 lbs
Width:
83.1 inches
Height:
57.4 inches
Length:
194.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4134 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
196.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19