Audi S8 vs Mercedes-Benz S430
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Mercedes-Benz S430
Overview
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz S430S430 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S8 Sedan | S430 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz S430S430 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $130,000 | $77,250 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz S430S430 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 21.7 gal | 23.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz S430S430 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 563 hp (best) | 275 hp |
| Torque | 590 lb-ft (best) | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L | 4.3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz S430S430 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.5 cu ft | 15.4 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 915 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,126 lbs | 4,160 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in (best) | 121.5 in |
| Length | 209.5 in (best) | 203.3 in |
| Width | 76.6 in (best) | 73 in |
| Height | 58.5 in (best) | 56.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz S430S430 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
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 S8 | Mercedes-Benz S430 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S8 Sedan $130,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S430 $77,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | S430 4MATIC $77,250 MSRP |