2022 Audi A3 vs. 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Car buyers from Westchester already have their eyes on the stylish and sporty 2022 Audi A3. This luxury compact ride should be praised for its big offerings to its would-be owners. You will find plenty of standard technologies, all reliable, regardless.

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class gets a boost in terms of features, somewhat better than what its 2021 version offers. It also promises more power for its base engine.

Design & Style

The 2022 Audi A3 combines comfort and design in one package. Its exterior is blessed to have that polished look, plus inside the ride, you will find luxury at all angles. There is a power moonroof too, thus making driving around town a bit fancier than usual. It can sit up to five people on its leather-upholstered and spacious seats. You can even take things a notch higher by upgrading to memory seats, if you like.

There is a lot to look forward to when it comes to the design and style of the C-Class. The ride has standard luxury features like heated front seats, aluminum accents, open-pore wood, and a sunroof. Add to that, there is also the promise of providing more legroom at the back of the car, owing to the fact that the wheelbase is made longer with the addition of 2.5-inches for its length. The effort may be praised by a lot, but notably, there are some parts of the seating configuration that is not as comfortable as you would expect.

Technology & Safety

With a user-friendly infotainment system, and a 10.1-inch touch screen display to support its functions, the 2022 Audi A3 simply impresses in this department. The good thing is that it also offers a hands-free communication system, as well as a wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto configuration. Safety wise, it features Pre-Sense front with perks like the forward automatic emergency braking and the forward collision warning, plus it has a rearview camera, lane departure warning and the Pre-Sense Basic to roll up windows and tighten seat belts during collision.

There is a humongous and reliable pairing for the MBUX infotainment system in the 2022 C-Class. This is because it now uses an 11.9-inch digital gauge cluster, together with its 12.3-inch infotainment display. It is as if these upgrades are not enough, the ride also includes a voice-activated digital assistant, Wi-Fi hot spot, and wireless smartphone integration. A fingerprint sensor is also used to authenticate memory settings and driver profile. Overall, however, it takes some time getting used to its infotainment configuration. Safety wise, the inclusion of pedestrian detection, and automated emergency braking are not enough for it to surpass what the A3 offers.

Performance

The A3 has a 201-horsepower result, but this one hits fuel efficiency at 38 mpg for highway driving and 29 mpg for city driving. As mentioned, there is a hybrid system that increases results for the engine under the hood of the C-Class. From the usual 255 horsepower, this goes up to 275 horsepower.

The Bottom Line

The 2022 Audi A3 is filled with elegant and sporty features, making it better than that of the C-Class. While the Mercedes-Benz engine rates high, it is not as fuel efficient as that of the A3, since it only reaches up to 24 mpg for city driving, and 33 mpg for highway driving.

Ready to Schedule an Audi A3 Test Drive Today?

If you are interested in experiencing the luxury package that the 2022 Audi A3 offers, you can test drive this stellar car with us at Audi New Rochelle. We are located in New Rochelle New York and proudly serves car buyers in the Tri-State area. Drop by our showroom today or simply call us in advance to book an Audi A3 test drive appointment.