Audi A6 allroad vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
In comparing the Audi A6 allroad's and the Mercedes-Benz CLS's specifications and ratings, the Audi A6 allroad has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and interior volume. The Mercedes-Benz CLS has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A6 allroad's and the Mercedes-Benz CLS's specifications and ratings, the Audi A6 allroad is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Audi A6 allroad vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Pricing
For a new model, the Audi A6 allroad's price is between $71,082 and $85,280, with the Mercedes-Benz CLS priced between $82,299 and $96,986.
Audi A6 allroad vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A6 allroad loses 48.1 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz CLS loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the Audi A6 allroad retains 5.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A6 allroad’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz CLS base engine makes 362 horsepower. The A6 allroad is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 579 miles. The CLS is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 633 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz CLS the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi A6 allroad. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi A6 allroad, 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS, a large car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The Audi A6 allroad and Mercedes-Benz CLS are comparable in regards to front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi A6 allroad has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Audi A6 allroad has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
71082 - 85280
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.480702
Pricing
New Asking Price:
82299 - 96986
Used Asking Price:
65299 - 91486
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537969
Audi A6 allroad Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.3 / 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 allroad Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 12Mercedes-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
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A6 allroad Trim Levels
quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI
Mercedes-Benz CLS Trim Levels
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 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):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
405 / 579 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
464 / 633 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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
30 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
77.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
46.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.0 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
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
46.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4486 lbs
Width:
83.1 inches
Height:
58.9 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
115.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4255 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
196.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.7 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:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19