Audi S4 Sedan vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Audi S4 Sedan

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi S4 Sedan

The Audi S4 Sedan pairs strong V6 power and AWD traction with five-seat practicality, making it a confident choice for growing families and road trips. It delivers quick acceleration and efficient-for-its-class consumption, though cargo space and track-day performance aren’t its focus.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety7.4 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

The Mercedes-Benz CLS 600 mixes V8 biturbo performance with five-seat practicality, sprinting 0–100 km/h in 4.0 s and offering a 520-liter trunk. It suits premium buyers who value speed and long‑trip space more than winter prowess or a low purchase price.

5 seatsSedanGasoline612 hp

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 63 / 34

City 47 / 26

Budget / value 55 / 19

Road trip 57 / 51

Performance 40 / 46

Cargo 26 / 29

Practical 44 / 30

Premium 53 / 66

Winter 66 / 18

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi S4 Sedan · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi S4 Sedan Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

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Pros & cons

Audi S4 Sedan

Strong V6 output (354 hp, 500 Nm) with 4.6 s 0–100 km/h for confident passing
AWD traction adds assurance in winter and mixed conditions
Five seats and a 480 L trunk fit growing-family and road-trip needs
Efficient for its class at 7.4 combined and good value in its segment
Sedan body and 480 L trunk limit cargo flexibility versus SUVs and wagons
Not aimed at hardcore performance driving despite its power
No third-row option; seats five only
Price around 53,000 may stretch tighter budgets

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Explosive V8 biturbo output (612 hp) with 0–100 km/h in 4.0 s for confident passing and performance driving
Five seats and a 520-liter trunk make it road-trip friendly
250 km/h top speed supports rapid highway travel where allowed
Combined consumption of 9 is efficient for its class given the power
Front-wheel drive may not suit buyers seeking rear-drive feel or AWD traction
Premium pricing around 90,000 won’t fit budget-focused priorities
Winter driving isn’t a highlight per usage signals
No rated electric driving range or battery data for those wanting electrification

Verdict

Pick Audi S4 Sedan if…

Best fuel economy

Audi S4 Sedan uses 7.4 L/100km vs 9.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 600 if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600 puts out 612 hp vs 354 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi S4 Sedan

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Verdict

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