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Mercedes-Benz E 220d
Sedan · Diesel · FWD
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Audi A7 40 TDI
Sedan · Diesel · AWD
Mercedes-Benz E 220d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz E 220d
The Mercedes-Benz E 220d blends efficient diesel running (4.6 l/100 km) with five-seat practicality and a 540-liter trunk, suiting growing families and road trips. Performance is balanced rather than flashy, and front-wheel drive prioritizes everyday ease over winter prowess.
5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety4.6 L/100km
Audi A7 40 TDI
Car B
Audi A7 40 TDI
The Audi A7 40 TDI blends long‑distance efficiency with AWD assurance and strong pace, making it a natural for premium road trips. Five seats and a 535‑liter trunk boost practicality, though urban commuters may want a different powertrain focus.
5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety204 hpAWD
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seats

Usage fit

Family 65 / 55
City 39 / 35
Budget / value 58 / 35
Road trip 63 / 69
Performance 34 / 36
Cargo 30 / 30
Practical 50 / 35
Premium 57 / 60
Winter 30 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 220d · Orange = Audi A7 40 TDI

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 220d Audi A7 40 TDI
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 220d

  • Efficient for its class at 4.6 l/100 km, ideal for long commutes and trips
  • Roomy 540 L trunk and five seats suit growing families
  • Balanced performance: 194 hp, 400 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 7.5 s
  • Strong safety and reliability signals for peace of mind

Audi A7 40 TDI

  • Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km, great for highway mileage
  • AWD traction supports winter and mixed‑weather travel
  • 0–100 km/h in 5.7 s for confident overtakes and ramps
  • Five seats and a 535‑liter trunk work for a growing family’s luggage

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 220d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz E 220d uses 4.6 L/100km vs 5.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Audi A7 40 TDI if…
All-wheel drive
Audi A7 40 TDI's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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