Audi A4 vs Mercedes-Benz R350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2012 Mercedes-Benz R350
Overview
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz R350R350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | R350 4MATIC |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2012 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz R350R350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,400 (best) | $52,690 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz R350R350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz R350R350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 188 hp | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | 236 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz R350R350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 6 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 85 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,417 lbs (best) | 4,960 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 126.6 in (best) |
| Length | 187.5 in | 203 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in | 77.1 in (best) |
| Height | 56.2 in | 65.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz R350R350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| 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 R350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $37,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | R350 4MATIC $52,690 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $41,000 MSRP | R350 BlueTEC $53,840 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $46,950 MSRP | — |