Audi A8 L 70 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63

Audi A8 L 70 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 70 TDI

The Audi A8 L 70 TDI blends strong diesel performance and AWD confidence with efficiency that suits long road trips. It’s a premium choice with five seats and a useful 505 L trunk, best for buyers prioritizing power and all-weather comfort over cargo-maximizing needs.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety6.3 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63

The Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63 blends extreme performance with five-seat practicality and a generous trunk, making it a compelling luxury option for road trips and family use. Its 107,000 price and 10.1 L/100 km consumption are harder to justify for city or budget-focused buyers.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety612 hp

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Usage fit

Family 54 / 64

City 31 / 22

Budget / value 25 / 28

Road trip 71 / 66

Performance 42 / 48

Cargo 28 / 30

Practical 33 / 41

Premium 68 / 78

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 L 70 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 70 TDI Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 70 TDI

Abundant passing power from 340 hp and 800 Nm.
AWD traction supports winter and wet-road confidence.
Efficient for its class at 6.3 combined consumption on long trips.
Five seats and a 505 L trunk work well for family road travel.
Premium price of 86,700 may exceed budget-focused expectations.
Diesel powertrain may not align with your fueling preferences.
No electrified driving capability.
Five seats and a 505 L trunk may not satisfy larger families or cargo-heavy use.

Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63

Exceptional acceleration and speed (3.4 s 0–100 km/h, 300 km/h top speed)
Five seats and a 540 L trunk support family gear and long journeys
Luxury focus makes it comfortable for extended highway travel
Strong safety standing within its class
High purchase price at 107,000
Higher fuel use than regular sedans (10.1 L/100 km combined)
Less suited to stop‑go city driving
Front‑wheel‑drive layout may not appeal to drivers seeking all‑weather traction

Verdict

Pick Audi A8 L 70 TDI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A8 L 70 TDI uses 6.3 L/100km vs 10.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63 if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63 puts out 612 hp vs 340 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 70 TDI

Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63

Verdict

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