Comparison Mercedes-Benz E-class (W212) E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY (231 Hp) & Audi A3 (8L, facelift 2000) 1.9 TDI (130 Hp) quattro
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| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model: | E-class | A3 |
| Generation: | E-class (W212) | A3 (8L, facelift 2000) |
| Engine / modification: | E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY (231 Hp) | 1.9 TDI (130 Hp) quattro |
| Production start: | 2009 year | 2000 year |
| Production end: | 2013 year | 2003 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 3/5 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 8.9-9.4 l/100 km | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 5.5-5.8 l/100 km | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 6.8-7.1 l/100 km | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Diesel |
| Fuel tank volume: | 80 l | 55 l |
| Emission standard: | EURO V | |
| Power: | 231 hp | 130 hp |
| Max power in: | 3800 rpm. | 4000 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 248 km/h | 203 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 6.9 sec | 9.1 sec |
| Torque: | 540 Nm/1600-2400 rpm. | 310 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | ASZ | |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, transverse |
| Engine displacement: | 2987 cm3 | 1896 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l | |
| Coolant: | 6 l | |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | Pump-nozzle (Unit Injector) |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbo / Intercooler (Turbocharging / Intercooler) | Turbocharging |
| Position of cylinders: | V engine | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | OHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 | |
| Compression ratio: | 15.5 | 19 |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm | |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm | |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 7 | - |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | |
| Length: | 4864 mm | 4152 mm |
| Width: | 1854 mm | 1735 mm |
| Height: | 1471 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2874 mm | 2513 mm |
| Front track: | 1585 mm | 1513 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1604 mm | 1495 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 540 l | 270 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 1120 l | |
| Front suspension: | Multi-link suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension: | Multi-link independent | Helical spring |
| Max weight: | 2350 kg | 1880 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1825 kg | 1320 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.25 m | |
| Tire size: | 225/55 R 16 W | 195/65 R 15 |
| Wheel rims size: | R16 | 6.5J x 15 |