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Mercedes-Benz E 350e
Sedan · Phev · FWD
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Audi A6 4.0 TFSI
Sedan · Gasoline · AWD
Mercedes-Benz E 350e
Car A
Mercedes-Benz E 350e
A premium plug-in hybrid that blends brisk performance with notable efficiency, the Mercedes-Benz E 350e suits commuters who can use its 54 km electric range. It’s comfortable for five and capable on road trips, but cargo space and winter confidence aren’t its strongest suits.
5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safety2.1 L/100kmPlug-in hybrid
Audi A6 4.0 TFSI
Car B
Audi A6 4.0 TFSI
A powerful AWD premium A6 with 560 hp and a strong safety ranking, it pairs rapid acceleration with space for five and a 530-liter trunk for long trips. Expect higher fuel use and a price aimed at buyers who prioritize performance.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety560 hpAWD
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 60 / 63
City 40 / 24
Budget / value 56 / 33
Road trip 60 / 70
Performance 34 / 50
Cargo 22 / 29
Practical 48 / 41
Premium 62 / 72
Winter 30 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 350e · Orange = Audi A6 4.0 TFSI

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 350e Audi A6 4.0 TFSI
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 350e

  • Efficient for its class with 2.1 combined consumption and up to 54 km electric range
  • Strong, smooth acceleration: 286 hp, 550 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 5.9 s
  • Premium 5-seat car fit for daily commuting and longer drives
  • Plug-in flexibility suits city EV use and highway road trips

Audi A6 4.0 TFSI

  • High-output V8 twin-turbo performance (560 hp, 700 Nm) with a quick 0–100 in 4.4 s
  • AWD traction boosts confidence on wet or winter roads
  • Seats five and offers a 530 L trunk for road trips and growing families
  • Strong safety ranking signal for its profile

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 350e if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz E 350e uses 2.1 L/100km vs 10.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Audi A6 4.0 TFSI if…
All-wheel drive
Audi A6 4.0 TFSI's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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