2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Vs. 2023 Audi A4
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and 2023 Audi A4 are two hard-hitting contenders in this year's best luxury compact car shootout. Coming from their respective German manufacturers, they each offer a compelling luxury product with distinctive attributes and characteristics.
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is based on the W206 that debuted in 2021 and brought many impressive features from the Stuttgart automaker's more expensive models. The 2023 Audi A4 is based on the aging B9 variant that debuted in 2016 but received a mid-life refresh in 2021.
We will compare the 2023 C-Class against the 2023 A4 in terms of interior quality and amenities, performance characteristics, and safety specifications. Read through to find out which one earns the title of the best luxury compact car. Then contact Mercedes-Benz of Roanoke and arrange a test drive for the 2023 C-Class.
Interior Comparison
In terms of space, the 2023 C-Class and 2023 A4 offer broadly similar cabins for up to five adults. They trade blows in terms of head and leg room in the front, but the C-Class inches ahead on the rear head and leg room dimensions. It also scores a win for a larger 12.6 cubic-foot trunk.
We must also point out that the 2023 C-Class sports a fresh Mercedes-Benz cabin design. It has an ergonomically angled 12.3-inch touchscreen for infotainment and climate controls, plus a standard 11-inch digital instrument cluster across the range. Meanwhile, the 2023 A4's cabin is starting to look dated, and its 10.1-inch touchscreen is noticeably smaller. The Audi Virtual Cockpit digital instrument cluster is not standard but optional, and lower models feature traditional analog dials with a small information display.
You'll find Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ on both models and ample USB charging ports. The MBUX interface on the 2023 C-Class is miles ahead of the Audi MMI interface on the 2023 A4, and it also offers biometric recognition via a fingerprint sensor, which the Audi does not have.
2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Interior
2023 Audi A4 Interior
Performance Comparison
The 2023 C-Class range has been simplified to offer a single C300 variant in rear-wheel-drive or 4MATIC all-wheel-drive form. A 48-volt hybrid system augments a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder to produce 255 horsepower. It also uses a nine-speed 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission to send power to the respective driving wheels. You'll need to venture into the AMG range for more performance.
The 2023 A4 is offered in two performance flavors. The A4 40 TFSI comes with a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder that produces 201 horsepower and sends it to all four wheels via Audi's Quattro all-wheel-drive system. The A4 45 TFSI makes 261 horsepower from the same engine and comes with the Quattro system as standard. The transmission choice is an older seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Safety Features Comparison
As you'd expect, the 2023 C-Class and 2023 A4 are safe cars. They offer eight airbags, stability control, and child safety locks. The cars also have standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection. Adaptive cruise control is optional on both cars.
Find the 2023 C-Class in Roanoke, VA
There's a reason why many hold the Mercedes-Benz C-Class in high regard, and the 2023 C-Class cements this belief. It is truly the best luxury compact car you can buy on the market now. We recommend dropping by Mercedes-Benz of Roanoke in Roanoke, VA, and checking it out in the metal. It will take your breath away, and you might drive home in a 2023 C-Class.
