Audi RS 3 vs Mercedes-Benz E 350

Audi RS 3

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz E 350

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi RS 3

The Audi RS 3 pairs very high performance (0–100 km/h in 3.8 s, 290 km/h) with all-wheel-drive traction in a five-seat compact. It’s good value in its segment for speed-focused buyers who still need year-round usability, but efficiency and cargo space are clear trade-offs.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety400 hpAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz E 350

The Mercedes-Benz E 350 blends strong performance with family-ready space, making it well-suited to growing families and long trips. Efficiency is solid for its class at 8 L/100 km, though the FWD layout may lessen winter appeal.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety8 L/100km

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Usage fit

Family 55 / 64

City 41 / 33

Budget / value 47 / 49

Road trip 52 / 63

Performance 44 / 36

Cargo 15 / 30

Practical 34 / 44

Premium 56 / 61

Winter 66 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi RS 3 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz E 350

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi RS 3 Mercedes-Benz E 350

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Pros & cons

Audi RS 3

Serious pace: 400 hp, 480 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 3.8 s.
AWD traction supports confident winter and wet-weather driving.
Seats five, making it viable as a family compact.
Good value in its segment for the performance on offer.
Small trunk (282 L) limits cargo for trips or strollers.
Combined consumption of 10.5 L/100 km is thirsty for daily commuting.
Higher price than non-performance compacts.
No hybrid or EV option for improved efficiency.

Mercedes-Benz E 350

Quick acceleration and strong passing power from 320 hp and a 5.9 s 0–100 km/h
Five seats and a 540 L trunk suit family duties and road-trip luggage
Efficient for its class at 8 L/100 km for a gasoline powertrain
Good value in its segment at this price point given its performance and space
Front-wheel drive may not satisfy buyers seeking extra winter traction
If you often carry oversized or bulky items, the trunk may be limiting
At 8 L/100 km, there are more efficient options if fuel economy is your top priority
The price may feel high if you don’t need this level of performance

Verdict

Pick Audi RS 3 if…

Lower entry price

Audi RS 3 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 350 if…

Performance & capability

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

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi RS 3

Mercedes-Benz E 350

Verdict

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