Audi A6 4.0 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Audi A6 4.0 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Sedan · Diesel · FWD

Car A

Audi A6 4.0 TDI

A quick, long-range AWD V8 diesel aimed at premium buyers, pairing 4.4 s 0–100 km/h pace with an efficient 7 L/100 km. Seats five with a 530-liter trunk, making it ideal for road trips while being less compelling for city-first use.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety7 L/100km340 hpAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

The Mercedes-Benz G 350 d focuses on road-trip comfort and power, combining a 286 hp diesel and 600 Nm with a capacious 890 L cargo area. Premium pricing and front-wheel drive make it less compelling for city-first drivers or those wanting AWD traction.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 63 / 67

City 32 / 24

Budget / value 44 / 13

Road trip 69 / 77

Performance 39 / 32

Cargo 29 / 50

Practical 45 / 39

Premium 65 / 70

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A6 4.0 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A6 4.0 TDI Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

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Pros & cons

Audi A6 4.0 TDI

AWD traction for winter and mixed-road confidence on long trips
800 Nm torque and 4.4 s 0–100 km/h for effortless overtakes
Efficient for its class at 7 L/100 km, reducing fuel stops
Five seats and a 530 L trunk suit growing families and luggage
Weak fit for city driving per signals; shines more on open roads
Not built for cargo-heavy use despite a generous trunk
Premium price around 75,000 may exceed some budgets
Only five seats; no third row for larger families

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Strong diesel torque (600 Nm) for confident overtakes when fully loaded
Quick 0–100 km/h in 6.4 s aids easy highway merging
Large 890 L trunk fits road-trip luggage and family gear
Premium positioning aligns with comfort-focused travel
Premium price (100000) reduces appeal for budget-focused buyers
Front-wheel drive may not satisfy shoppers seeking AWD traction
9.2 L/100 km combined consumption is less suited to short city trips
Five seats only, so no third row for larger families

Verdict

Pick Audi A6 4.0 TDI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A6 4.0 TDI uses 7.0 L/100km vs 9.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz G 350 d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A6 4.0 TDI

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Verdict

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