2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 2018 Audi A4

Two leading luxury sedan competitors, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and 2018 Audi A4, are available now for refined and sophisticated driving, but the Mercedes-Benz has the edge with amenities and engagement you’ll enjoy.

• 9G-Tronic Automatic Transmission with shift paddles

• AIRMATIC^® Suspension

• Driver Memory options

• ATTENTION ASSIST^®

While both the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A4 are powered by comparable 4-cylinder engines, the Mercedes-Benz forgoes the attempt at sports cars impressions and dives right into engaging and refined handling.

Transmission

• Mercedes-Benz C-Class: 9G-TRONIC Automatic Transmission

• Audi A4: A manual transmission or available 7-speed dual-clutch transmission

Suspension

• Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Self-leveling multimode AIRMATIC® suspension

• Audi A4: Available sport suspension

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class interior is flush with technology and plush leather seating. While the Audi A4 also offers luxury features like touchscreen infotainment and a power sunroof, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class has a little more for an enjoyable ride, including a power sunshade for your roof.

Seating

• Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Heated leather seats with driver memory settings

• Audi A4: Heated leather seats

Driver Assistance

• Mercedes-Benz C-Class: ATTENTION ASSIST^® to monitor driving performance for tired driving, Collision Prevention Assist Plus, rearview camera, and more

• Audi A4: Available Audi pre sense^® but no ATTENTION ASSIST^® system.