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Mercedes-Benz S Class vs Audi RS Q8

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mercedes-Benz S Class or Audi RS Q8? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between S Class and RS Q8. Mercedes-Benz S Class Price starts at Rs.1.78 Cr (ex-showroom) for S 350d Diesel AT and Audi RS Q8 Price starts at Rs.2.34 Cr (ex-showroom) for Performance. Mercedes-Benz S Class is 6 cylinder, 2925 cc Engine can generate 282.08 bhp @ 3400 - 4600 rpm power whereas Audi RS Q8 is a 8 cylinder, 4000 cc Engine can generate 640 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, S Class provides a mileage of 13.5 kmpl (base model), and RS Q8 has a mileage of 8 kmpl (base model).

S Class vs RS Q8

Key HighlightsMercedes-Benz S ClassAudi RS Q8
PriceRs.1.78 CrRs.2.34 Cr
Engine Capacity2925 cc4000 cc
Power282.08 bhp @ 3400 - 4600 rpm640 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range13.5 kmpl8 kmpl
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Mercedes-Benz S Class S 350d Diesel AT car
S 350d Diesel AT
Rs. 1.78 Cr
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Audi RS Q8 Performance car
Performance
Rs. 2.34 Cr
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
2.11 Cr
Price Breakup
2.77 Cr
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.1
3.8
Boot Space (Litres)
550 Litres
605 Litres
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Engine Displacement
2925 cc
4000 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
282.08 bhp @ 3400 - 4600 rpm
640 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
S Class Images
S Class Images
S Class Images
RS Q8 Images
RS Q8 Images
RS Q8 Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Four-Link with Air Springs
Sport Adaptive Air Suspension
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link Independent with Air Springs
Sport Adaptive Air Suspension
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel
{275/40 R19}& Steel Rim
No& With Puncture Kit
Front Tyre Size
275/40 R19
295/35 R23
Rear Tyre Size
275/40 R19
295/35 R23
Turning Radius
5.6 meters
5.92 meters
Wheels Size
R19
R23
Wheels Type
Alloy Wheels
Alloy Wheels

Exterior

Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear With Auto Up & Down (Driver Only)
Rear Wiper
check
Rear Defogger
check
Daytime Running Lights
check
check
Automatic Headlamps
check
check
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
check
Outside door handles
Body Colored
Body Colored
Bumpers
Body Coloured
Black
Antenna
Glass Antenna
Sharkfin
Rear Spoiler
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Roof Rails
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Manual Lift
Outside Mirrors
Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Adjustable with Autofold
Tail Gate
Powered
Powered With Gesture Control
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Body Coloured
Black With Indicators

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
check
check
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
check
check
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
-
check
Shift Indicator
check
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Infotainment & Communication

Voice Command
check
check
Infotainment Screen
check
check
Multifunction Display
check
check
Touchscreen Size
12.8
10.1 inches
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
-
Bluetooth Compatibility
check
check
Gesture Control
-
Integrated Music System
Premium Type
Premium Type
Speakers
15
-
AM/FM Radio
check
check
Wireless Charger
Yes - Front
Yes - Front
Front tweeters
Android Auto and Apple Carplay
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay

Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years/Unlimited Kms
2 Years/Unlimited Kms
Extended Warranty
8 Years/Unlimited Kms
Upto 7 Years/Unlimited Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
2925 cc
4000 cc
Engine Type
OM 656 Engine
TFSI Engine
No. of Cylinders
6
8
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gears
9
8
Power
282.08 bhp @ 3400 - 4600 rpm
640 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
600 Nm @ 1200-3200 rpm
850 Nm @ 2050 rpm
Drivetrain
RWD
AWD
ARAI Certified Economy
14 kmpl
8 kmpl
Top Speed
250 kmph
305 kmph
Acceleration
5.6 secs (0-100 km/h)
3.6 secs (0-100 km/h)
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
Front Row
Ventilated Seats Type
Cooled
AC
check
check
Rear AC Vents
check
check
Automatic climate control
check
check
Heater
check
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
check
check
Cruise Control
check
check
Start / Stop Button
check
check
Power Steering
check
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
check
check
Leather streering wheels
check
check
Drive Modes
5
7
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Smart Key
Parking Assist
check
check

Safety

Airbags
10
8
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
check
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
check
ASR / Traction Control
check
check
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
check
check
Lane Departure Warning
check
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
check
check
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
check
check
Rear Middle Head Rest
check
check
Hill Assist
check
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
5289 mm
5012 mm
Width
1954 mm
1998 mm
Height
1503 mm
1694 mm
Wheelbase
3216 mm
2998 mm
Ground Clearance
96 mm
215 mm
No. of Seats
5
4
No. of Doors
4
4
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 Litres
85 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
9 Litres
6.1 Litres
Boot Space
550 Litres
605 Litres
Kerb Weight
1995 kg
2390 kg
Body Type
Sedan
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • It has an ultra-luxurious cabin with everything of soft-touch material.
  • It comes equipped with next-level technology for safety, features.
  • Both the engines on offer are very powerful in the segment.
  • Gets gesture controls for operations of gates and another system.
  • Has one of the largest touchscreen infotainment systems.
  • It shares its DNA with the Lamborghini Urus - same platform and engine.
  • This 2494 kg SUV can do 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds.
  • Can also be used as a daily driver considering its comfortable ride.
  • It looks much more handsome and sharper than the regular Q8.
Cons
  • Some switchgear quality could have been improved.
  • The cabin might feel overdone with the play of colors.
  • The exhaust note could have been better.
  • Despite its outstanding screens and interior layout, it appears outdated when compared to other German luxury SUVs.
  • Not as practical as other Audi cars.
  • The 4.0L V8 drinks fuel like a fish.
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz S Class and Audi RS Q8

Safety

S Class comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Blind Spot Detection, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, Blind Spot Monitor, ADAS. RS Q8 has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, ADAS, Blind Spot Monitor.

Body

S Class has doors and seats. It is an with 550 Litres boot space, 70 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 96 mm. It is 1954 mm wide, 1503 mm high and 5289 mm long. It has 1995 kg kerb weight and 3216 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, RS Q8 is an with doors and seats ,85 Litres fuel tank capacity, 605 Litres boot space, 215 mm ground clearance.It has 1694 mm height, 5012 mm length, 1998 mm width, and 2390 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Mercedes-Benz S Class comes with RWD and 9 Automatic transmission. And RS Q8 comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.

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Mercedes-Benz S Class and Audi RS Q8 Owner Reviews

  • S Class Review
  • RS Q8 Review
    • S
      Spandan
      8 Month ago
      4.0
      Very beautiful car and has incredible features which will give you a amazing, experience while travelling. Mercedes is a full time exceptional comfort, advanced technology and luxurious interior which makes the travelling lovely.
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    • S
      Sushant
      3 Year ago
      4.0
      This car look amaizng. Good interior, comfortable seat, relaxing driving.
      Like
      Reply
    • AA
      Amit Agarwal
      4 Year ago
      3.0
      Fabulous drive Great power, good torque Outstanding interior, and the rear left seat is great.
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      Reply
    • US
      Ujaar Singh
      4 Year ago
      4.0
      This comes with space, comfort and refinement, along with the latest in safety and technology.
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    • DD
      Deepak Dhojia
      4 Year ago
      3.6
      The best part is about deliver of the car as it is no more a CBU unit as it is now locally assembled in india.
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