Audi A6 vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class Review

Utility
The R-Class will quite certainly prove friendlier than the Audi A6 for those of you with frequent child-cargo.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A6 packs quite a wallop and will knock the Mercedes-Benz R-Class down a few rungs. However, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
The Audi A6 and the Mercedes-Benz R-Class compete for the same parking spaces. The Audi's shorter wheelbase may produce a less-settled highway ride but a sprier feel in daily traffic than the Mercedes-Benz R-Class.

Convenience
You definitely won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the R-Class than with the Audi A6, as both offer comparable mileage ranges.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the A6 to the dealership as the Mercedes-Benz R-Class. The Audi A6 won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Mercedes-Benz R-Class. The Audi A6 isn't much pricier than the R-Class as far as MSRP.

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the Audi A6 and the R-Class quite certainly handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Mercedes-Benz R-Class's engine is considerably more sizeable than the Audi A6's. Remember that more sizeable engines may use more gas than smaller ones. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Audi is substantially more powerful than the Mercedes-Benz R-Class.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Mercedes-Benz's front cabin compared to the Audi A6. While the rear of the R-Class offers a bit more head- and leg-room than the Audi A6, there frankly isn't much of a difference.

Warranty
The R-Class and the Audi A6 have the same basic after-sale protection.