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

Audi A8 L 70 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG

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 E 63 AMG

The Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG pairs a V8 biturbo powertrain with real-world practicality, offering very high speed alongside five seats and a sizable trunk. It excels at luxury touring and fast road trips, but the high price and fuel use limit appeal for city and budget-focused buyers.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety612 hp

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Usage fit

Family 54 / 64

City 31 / 22

Budget / value 25 / 27

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 E 63 AMG

Specs side-by-side

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

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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 E 63 AMG

Very quick: 0–100 km/h in 3.4 s and 300 km/h top speed
Powerful V8 Biturbo with 612 hp and 850 Nm
Practical for families and travel with five seats and a 540-liter trunk
Safety ranks strongly in the signals for added peace of mind
High purchase price at 107,000
Combined consumption of 10.5 L/100 km
Front-wheel drive may not suit buyers seeking AWD traction
Not the easiest match for dense city driving

Verdict

Pick Audi A8 L 70 TDI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A8 L 70 TDI uses 6.3 L/100km vs 10.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG 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 E 63 AMG

Verdict

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