2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. 2018 Audi A8

Whether your priority is better base power or better top-of-the-line performance, the S-Class outclasses the the Audi A8:

• Mercedes-Benz S-Class – This full-size luxury sedan is available with several different engine options, including a 3.0L biturbo V6 that makes 362 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, a 4.0L biturbo V8 that dishes out 463 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque, and a handcrafted AMG® biturbo V8 that makes a blistering 603 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque.

• Audi A8 – Audi’s large luxury sedan can only be fitted with two different engines, including a supercharged 3.0L V6 that makes 333 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque and a turbocharged 4.0L V8 that makes 450 hp and 444 lb-ft of torque.

The 2018 S-Class and 2018 A8 are both elite luxury sedans that deliver comfort and style at every turn. No matter which one you choose, you’ll get standard leather upholstery and trim, and heated front seats, as well as avaialble features like heated rear seats, front seat massage functionality, and a rear-seat entertainment system. Unlike the Audi A8, though, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class gets the following standard features:

• Standard Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™
• Panoramic sunroof
• Crosswind Assist
• Near-Field Communication (NFC) technology

In fact, most of these features aren’t even available on upper level trims of the Audi A8.