Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class costs RM97,837 more, but its 402 hp and 500 Nm make a serious case for the money: 0-100 km/h takes 4.6 seconds against the Audi A4’s 5.8 seconds. It also brings 9 gears, adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. The Audi is the sensible Malaysian buy if performance is not the priority, returning a rated 7.1 L/100 km, carrying 58 litres of fuel and giving a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. Both are all-wheel-drive petrol sedans with a 250 km/h top speed.
Pick the Audi A4 if you want to save RM97,837, have a rated 7.1 L/100 km consumption figure and prefer the longer five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class if you want 402 hp, 500 Nm, a 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time and substantially more driver-assistance equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Audi A4 RM346,051; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class RM443,888.
- Output: Audi A4 245 hp and 380 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class 402 hp and 500 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Audi A4 5.8 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class 4.6 seconds.
- Transmission: Audi A4 seven-speed S-tronic; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class nine-speed AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic.
- Fuel tank and boot: Audi A4 58 litres and 460 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class 50 litres and 455 litres.
- Warranty: Audi A4 five years unlimited mileage; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class four years unlimited mileage.
A4
- RM97,837 cheaper
- Rated at 7.1 L/100 km
- 58-litre tank and 460-litre boot
- 245 hp and 380 Nm trail the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class’s 402 hp and 500 Nm
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or reverse camera
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control
AMG C-Class
- 402 hp, 500 Nm and 4.6-second 0-100 km/h sprint
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and steering lane-keeping assistance
- 360-degree camera, head-up display and adaptive cruise control
- Costs RM97,837 more
- Four-year warranty is one year shorter
- 50-litre fuel tank and 455-litre boot are smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM346,051✓ | RM443,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM372✓ | RM380 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 245 hp | 402 hp✓ |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 82.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 14 hp✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 7 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BorgWarner | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 141 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,762 mm | 4,751 mm |
| Width | 1,847 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,428 mm | 1,437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 1,545 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres✓ | 455 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R18 | 245/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R18 | 265/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus S1 evo | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" 10-spoke Dynamic Style Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" 10-spoke Dynamic Style Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Audi drive select (adaptive comfort suspension) | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto High Beam | Digital Light LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Sequential Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function for Driver | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 4x Front USB-C, 1x Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Panoramic Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation Plus with MMI Touch, Audi Sound System with 10 Speakers, 180 watts | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Audi virtual cockpit | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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A4 vs AMG C-Class FAQ
Is the Audi A4 or Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is better for outright performance and assistance systems, with 402 hp, 500 Nm and a 4.6-second sprint. The Audi A4 is the more cost-conscious choice, saving RM97,837 and carrying a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class costs RM443,888, which is RM97,837 more than the Audi A4 at RM346,051.
Which has more practical luggage and fuel capacity?
The Audi A4 does, albeit narrowly. Its boot holds 460 litres versus 455 litres for the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class, while its fuel tank is 58 litres against 50 litres.