Audi A4 vs Mercedes-Benz C230
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2007 Mercedes-Benz C230
Overview
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | C230 Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | flex-fuel (premium unleaded required/E85) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | flex-fuel (FFV) |
| Model year | 2020 | 2007 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,400 | $29,650 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal | 16.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 188 hp | 201 hp (best) |
| Torque | 236 lb-ft (best) | 181 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 12.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,417 lbs | 3,405 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111 in (best) | 106.9 in |
| Length | 187.5 in (best) | 178.4 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 68 in |
| Height | 56.2 in (best) | 55.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz C230C230 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi A4 | Mercedes-Benz C230 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $37,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | C230 Sport $29,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $41,000 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Prestige $46,950 MSRP | — |