Audi RS 3 Sedan vs Mercedes-Benz E 350

Audi RS 3 Sedan

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz E 350

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi RS 3 Sedan

The Audi RS 3 Sedan mixes compact family-car usability with serious pace, posting 0–100 km/h in 3.8 s from a 400 hp AWD setup. It’s winter-capable and quick, but the 280 L trunk and 10.9 L/100 km consumption curb practicality and efficiency.

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

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 58 / 64

City 41 / 33

Budget / value 51 / 49

Road trip 51 / 63

Performance 41 / 36

Cargo 15 / 30

Practical 37 / 44

Premium 55 / 61

Winter 66 / 30

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi RS 3 Sedan Mercedes-Benz E 350

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Pros & cons

Audi RS 3 Sedan

Explosive acceleration (0–100 km/h in 3.8 s) for confident passing and on-ramps
AWD traction for winter driving and year-round grip
Seats five in a compact sedan footprint that’s easy to park
Good value in its segment given 400 hp performance at this price
Small 280 L trunk limits cargo and stroller space
Higher fuel consumption (10.9 L/100 km) than everyday compacts
Performance focus may exceed typical family needs
Price sits well above non-performance compact sedans

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 Sedan if…

Lower entry price

Audi RS 3 Sedan 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 Sedan

Mercedes-Benz E 350

Verdict

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