Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Audi A8 L [2004-2011]

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A8 L [2004-2011]. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class price is Rs. 61.85 Lakh and Audi A8 L [2004-2011] price is Rs. 1.11 Crore. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available in 1496 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol) and Audi A8 L [2004-2011] is available in 5998 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. A8 L [2004-2011] provides the mileage of 5.96 kmpl.

C-Class vs A8 L [2004-2011] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	C-Class	A8 L [2004-2011]
Price	Rs. 61.85 Lakh	Rs. 1.11 Crore
Engine Capacity	1496 cc	5998 cc
Power	201 bhp	-
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)	Petrol

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 200

Rs. 61.85 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Audi A8 L [2004-2011]

6.0 W12 quattro

Rs. 1.11 Crore

Last Recorded Price

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 200

Audi A8 L [2004-2011]

6.0 W12 quattro

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	246
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	7.3
Engine	1496 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	5998 cc, 4 Cylinders 4 Valves/Cylinder
Engine Type	M264+EQ Boost	W12 spark-ignition engine, DOHC
Fuel Type	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	201 bhp @ 5800 rpm	450@6200
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	300 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm	580@4000
Max Motor Performance	20 bhp
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		5.96View Mileage Details
Drivetrain	RWD	4WD / AWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Others	Regenerative Braking, Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Four-link front axle, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser	Four-link front suspension, double upper and lower wishbones, anti-roll bar, air suspension
Rear Suspension	Five-link independent rear suspension, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser	Self-tracking trapezoidal-link axle with wishbone, anti-roll bar, air suspension
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		6.2
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver
Front Tyres	205 / 55 R17	240 / 40 R19
Rear Tyres	205 / 55 R17	240 / 40 R19

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Puncture Repair Kit
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
Airbags	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Two Zones, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	Automatic Parking
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets

Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Metallic
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
One Touch Down	All
One Touch Up	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Manual
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release
Rear Windshield Blind	Electric

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	Wireless
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	11.9
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	9
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger

Mobile App Features

Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Massage Seats
Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, headrest forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, headrest forward / back)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Ventilated Seats	Front only
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Customisable
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Sodalite Blue	Night Bule
	Obsidian Black	Brilliant Black
	Selenite Grey	Phantom Black
	Mojave Silver	Tiefgrun
	Opalith White	Cherry Black
	Hi-Tech Silver	Oyster Grey Metallic
		Aqua Blue
		daytona Grey
		Aurura Blue
		Avus Silver Pearl
		Impala Beige
		Quartz Grey
		Ice Silver Metallic
		Ibis White

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C-Class vs A8 L [2004-2011] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A8 L [2004-2011]?

Mercedes-Benz C-Class price is Rs. 61.85 Lakh and Audi A8 L [2004-2011] price is Rs. 1.11 Crore. Hence Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of C-Class compared to A8 L [2004-2011]?

For the C 200 variant, 1496 cc Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol) engine of C-Class produces 201 bhp @ 5800 rpm of power and 300 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm of torque. For the 6.0 W12 quattro variant, 5998 cc Petrol engine of A8 L [2004-2011] produces 450@6200 of power and 580@4000 of torque.

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Audi A8 L [2004-2011]

Length (mm)	4751	5192
Width (mm)	1820	1894
Height (mm)	1437	1455
Wheelbase (mm)	2865	3074

Doors (Doors)	4	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2
Bootspace (litres)	455
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50	90

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic	Electrically Adjustable
Body-coloured Bumpers

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Ambient Interior Count	64
Headlights	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Taillights	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights	LED
Ambient Interior Lighting
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Shift Indicator
Tachometer	Digital

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited