2021 Audi A7 vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
When comparing the 2021 Audi A7's and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Audi A7 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Audi A7's and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the 2021 Audi A7.
2021 Audi A7 vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pricing
A used 2021 Audi A7 ranges from $48,149 to $63,589 while a used 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is priced between $39,499 to $94,575.
2021 Audi A7 vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Audi A7 loses 56.1 percent of its value and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Audi A7 retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
2021 Audi A7 vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A7 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi A7 being ranked 13 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2021 Audi A7 vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A7 is 7.6 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A7.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Audi A7’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower. The A7 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 539 miles.This gives the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 Audi A7 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2021 Audi A7, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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:
48149 - 63589
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.560875
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
39499 - 94575
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
Audi A7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.463176 / 10
Reliability:
8.489528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A7 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
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16 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 24Ranking
24 out of / 25Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Audi A7 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
425 / 560 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 539 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
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
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
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
24.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4343 lbs
Width:
83.4 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
195.6 inches
Wheelbase:
115.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3781 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18