2023 Audi A8 vs. 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS Class
The 2023 Audi A8 is a preeminent sedan with a serene cabin, assortment of useful gadgets and world class performance. How does it compare to the 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS Class, a stunning car with a robust powertrain, plush cabin and advanced tech?
Design & Style
The Mercedes-Benz CLS Class is a chic, 4 door sedan with a presence that has been compared to a piece of art in a gallery. Its styling is meticulously detailed in every respect, with a liquid smooth exterior and sheet metal that flows like an ocean wave. Its updates this year have been few, other than the inclusion of Manufaktur paint for the introductory price.
The Audi A8 has a sophisticated and tailored appearance, with a spacious cabin and turbocharged engine. It cancels out external noises, creating a separate environment that is all its own. Its latest features for this year include an updated remote parking system for the Executive package while those that buy Comfort Plus will receive more ornate LED headlamps. It holds five occupants and is considered Audi’s flagship sedan thanks to features such as massage seats.
Technology & Safety
The A8 does an amazing job of shielding its occupants and nearby pedestrians from harm. This is accomplished through emergency automated brakes, multiple airbags, lane management, adapted cruise control and pedestrian detection. Its cabin comforts include dual USB ports, Amazon Alexa, wifi, Android Auto or Apple CarPlay and ten inch touch displays with climate control, heated steering and ambient illumination.
The Mercedes-Benz CLS Class comes with all the safety features found in the Audi, including emergency automated brakes, frontal impact alerts, adapted cruise control, multiple airbags and lane management with stop and ago. Its cabin comforts consist of wifi, voice recognition, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, and twelve inch touch display with climate control.
Performance
Those that purchase the Mercedes-Benz CLS450 will get an inline 6, 3 liter engine that is turbocharged and capable of generating 362 horsepower with the ability to accelerate from zero to sixty in around 4.6 seconds. It also utilizes a forty eight volt hybrid mechanism named EQ Boost. The Audi A8 is outfitted with a V6 engine that is turbocharged and capable of generating 336 horsepower, and also makes use of a forty eight volt hybrid system. It can accelerate from zero to sixty in around 5.3 seconds.
The Bottom Line
Both cars have a seating capacity of five and offer the same safety features. And although the Mercedes-Benz has a slight edge in horsepower, its acceleration is comparable to the Audi. However, its cramped back seats and inferior cargo space makes the Audi A8 the winner.
Ready to Schedule a 2023 Audi A8 Test Drive Today?
If you are interested in experiencing the luxury package that the 2023 Audi A8 offers, you can test drive this stellar car with us at Audi New Rochelle. We are located in New Rochelle New York and proudly serve car buyers in the Tri-State area. Drop by our showroom today or simply call us in advance to book an Audi A8 test drive appointment.