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Compare Audi S6 vs Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

Audi S6
2023 Audi S6
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$73,700
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.0
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Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
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$76,500
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Overview

Engine
2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas
Engine
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
13.7 ft³
Trunk Volume
11.9 ft³

Photos

Audi S6
2020-2023 Audi S6 Rear Angle View
2020-2023 Audi S6 Dashboard
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Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Rear Angle View
2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
Horsepower
444 hp @ 5900 rpm
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
442 lb-ft @ 2700 rpm
369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,486 lbs
4,255 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
22 MPG
25 MPG
City
19 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.0 Tons/yr
7.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
19.3 gallons
21.1 gallons
Cruising Range City
366.7 miles
464.2 miles
Cruising Range Highway
501.8 miles
633 miles

Battery Range & Charge Times

Battery Size
N/A
1 kWh

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
195 in
196.4 in
Height
56.9 in
56.3 in
Max Width
74.3 in
73.9 in
Front Width
64.3 in
63.8 in
Rear Width
63.7 in
64.1 in
Wheelbase
115.3 in
115.7 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
3.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
41.9 in
Front Seat Headroom
38 in
36.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.8 in
57.8 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
58.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
37.4 in
35 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.1 in
35.9 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56.5 in
56.5 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
58.6 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
13.7 ft³
11.9 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
39.7 ft
39.1 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
21" x 8.5"
19" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
21" x 8.5"
19" x 9"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P255/35YR21
P245/40ZR19
Rear Tire
P255/35YR21
P275/35ZR19
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Brilliant Black
  • Black
  • Cirrus Silver Metallic
  • Graphite Grey Metallic
  • Mojave Silver Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Polar White
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • Starling Blue Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Arrow Gray Pearl Effect
  • Chronos Gray Metallic
  • Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
  • Firmament Blue Metallic
  • Florett Silver Metallic
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Tango Red Metallic
  • Ultra Blue Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Cardinal Red Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Diamond White Bright
  • MANUFAKTUR Selenite Gray Magno
  • Cashmere White Magno
  • MANUFAKTUR Mystic Blue Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Signature Arabian Grey
  • MANUFAKTUR Signature Cote d'Azur Light Blue Met
  • MANUFAKTUR Signature Graphite Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Signature Teide Light Grey Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Arras Red, Valcona Leather Seat Trim
  • Black w/Red Stitching, Valcona Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, Valcona Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, Valcona/Milano Leather Seat Trim
  • Rotor Gray, Valcona Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Classic Red/Black, MANUFAKTUR Signature Leather Upholstery
  • Deep White/Black, MANUFAKTUR Signature Leather Upholstery
  • Macchiato Beige/Red, MANUFAKTUR Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Macchiato/Magma Grey, Leather Upholstery
  • Neva Grey/Magma Grey, Leather Upholstery
  • Sienna Brown/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Titian Red/Macchiato Beig, MANUFAKTUR Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Yacht Blue/Black, MANUFAKTUR Signature Leather Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

N/A
  • Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Macchiato Beige/Grey, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Neva Grey/Magma Grey, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Sienna Brown/Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Magma Grey/Macchiato, Nappa Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Optional
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Not Available
Optional
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Optional
Automatic Parking
Not Available
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Seat-Massage
Optional
Optional
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Night Vision
Optional
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Optional

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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