MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS STATIONWAGON

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AUDI A6 AVANT

The sizes are the same, as if by agreement

The two cars are rivals with many things in common, including the fact that they are both derived from sedans. Perhaps this is a result of the fact that, when comparing body size and weight, the two cars are almost identical.

The biggest difference is the wheelbase, but even so, the A6 is only 35mm shorter than the E-Class. This difference is reflected in the difference in interior space, especially in rear seat legroom.

Mercedes-Benz E 200 Station Wagon Avantgarde

Body size = Length 4960mm x Width 1880mm x Height 1470mm

Wheelbase = 2960mm

Vehicle weight = 1860kg

Tire size = 225/55R18

Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI quattro Advanced

Body size = Length 4940mm x Width 1885mm x Height 1465mm

Wheelbase = 2925mm

Vehicle weight = 1860kg

Tire size = 225/55R18

Is the A6 Avant the most reliable?

Both cars use a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine, but the E-Class is powered by a petrol engine and the A6 by a diesel, and both are mated to a mild-hybrid system.

However, because it is a diesel, the A6’s maximum torque is 400Nm, which is more powerful. The larger torque means that you can cruise at high speeds without having to press the accelerator deeply. Considering that the weight of both cars is the same, the A6 may feel more reliable at high speeds.

However, both will offer the high-quality driving experience that is typical of E-segment cars.

Mercedes-Benz E 200 Station Wagon Avantgarde

Engine type = Inline 4-cylinder DOHC gasoline turbo

Displacement = 1997cc

Maximum output = 204PS/5800rpm

Maximum torque = 320Nm/1600-4000rpm

Transmission = 9-speed AT

Drive system = RWD

Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI quattro Advanced

Engine type = Inline 4-cylinder DOHC diesel turbo

Displacement = 1968cc

Maximum output = 204PS / 3800-4200rpm

Maximum torque = 400Nm / 1750-3250rpm

Transmission = 7-speed DCT

Drive system = AWD

Confidence that it can be sold for around 10 million yen even though it is “normal”

When comparing the prices of the two cars, the E-Class inevitably feels overpriced. Setting this price for a RWD model with an inline-four gasoline engine would be impossible without the power of the Mercedes-Benz brand.

On the other hand, the A6 uses AWD and is priced at around 8 million yen. I think many people will find this price to be a good value.

Vehicle price

Mercedes-Benz E 200 Station Wagon Avantgarde: 9.28 million yen

; Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI quattro Advanced: 8.51 million yen

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