Audi S8 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
In comparing the Audi S8's and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the Audi S8 has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi S8's and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Audi S8 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi S8 loses 57.2 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz E-Class retains 0.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi S8.
Audi S8 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S8 is 7.7 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi S8 being ranked 7 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
Audi S8 vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S8 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Audi S8 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi S8’s base engine makes 563 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 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:
128009 - 152657
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.572224
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
Audi S8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
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 S8 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Mercedes-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
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S8 Trim Levels
4.0T quattro
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
E 350 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):
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:
563 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
590 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 24 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 521 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
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
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
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:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5126 lbs
Width:
83.8 inches
Height:
58.6 inches
Length:
209.5 inches
Wheelbase:
123.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3924 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/40R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available