Thinking of adding a luxury sedan to your drives around town? Advanced amenities and rousing performance are found on both the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and the Audi A8.
The following comparison will pit the two models against each other to help you figure out which one you’ll want to take around Hanover, Plymouth, or Braintree, MA. Have any questions about the topics covered? Contact the team at Mercedes-Benz of Hanover!
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Audi A8 are both equipped with standard 3.0L 6-cylinder engines that exert their own powerful forces. They also both feature 48-volt mild hybrid systems to conserve energy and fuel.
Differences, however, will be seen in the performance metrics of the two engines. In the table below, we’ll outline the horsepower (HP) and torque levels you can expect to experience:
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Horsepower |
Torque |
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2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class engine |
429 HP |
384 lb-ft |
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2022 Audi A8 engine |
335 HP |
369 lb-ft |
Which engine sounds more exciting? We think the 2022 S-Class! Generating almost 100 more horsepower than the A8, it’s prepped and ready to deliver incredible energy to each drive.It also manages to offer slightly better fuel economy when compared to the Audi model. Check out the EPA-estimated numbers below:
Whether business trips or vacations are on the schedule, you can travel great distances in either sedan. However, the 2022 S-Class may provide a little more efficiency to get you farther.
Such technology carries over into the safety systems of the 2022 S-Class. It offers a lot more features than its Audi counterpart, all of which create a more secure experience for you and your passengers.
One standard feature of the 2022 S-Class is Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC®. It keeps your vehicle’s speed steady and can slow down or speed up the car as traffic changes. The Audi A8 offers a similar adaptive cruise control system, but it unfortunately doesn’t come standard.
The 2022 S-Class also offers standard Active Blind Spot Assist. Not only will it alert you of vehicles in nearby lanes, but it can also stop the vehicle from crossing over too soon. As with the adaptive cruise control system, this helpful blind spot feature isn’t standard on the Audi model.
When you compare the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. the Audi A8, you’ll note that the 2022 S-Class manages to outperform the Audi in many ways. A more powerful engine, advanced interior technology, and comprehensive safety make it a more advantageous selection.
We recommend this luxury sedan model for drivers throughout Hanover, Plymouth, and Braintree, Massachusetts. Schedule a test drive of the 2022 S-Class at Mercedes-Benz of Hanover today!
1EPA estimated fuel economy. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather conditions and trip length. Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate.
