Audi A8 L [2011-2014] vs Mercedes-Benz SL

CarWale brings you comparison of Audi A8 L [2011-2014] and Mercedes-Benz SL. The Audi A8 L [2011-2014] price is Rs. 1.06 Crore and Mercedes-Benz SL price is Rs. 99.94 Lakh. The Audi A8 L [2011-2014] is available in 2967 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel and Mercedes-Benz SL is available in 3498 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. A8 L [2011-2014] provides the mileage of 15.5 kmpl.

A8 L [2011-2014] vs SL Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	A8 L [2011-2014]	SL
Price	Rs. 1.06 Crore	Rs. 99.94 Lakh
Engine Capacity	2967 cc	3498 cc
Power	247 bhp	312 bhp
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol

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Audi A8 L [2011-2014]

3.0 TDI quattro

Rs. 1.06 Crore

Last Recorded Price

Mercedes-Benz SL

350

Rs. 99.94 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Audi A8 L [2011-2014]

3.0 TDI quattro

Mercedes-Benz SL

350

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	2967 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder	3498 cc, In V Shape
Engine Type	V6 diesel engine with common rail injection and exhaust-gas turbocharging.
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	247 bhp @ 4000 rpm	312 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	550 Nm @ 1500 rpm	360 Nm @ 4900 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	15.5View Mileage Details
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic - 8 Gears	Automatic - 7 Gears

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm)
5267 4562
Width (mm)
1949 1820
Height (mm)
1471 1317
Wheelbase (mm)
3122 2560
Kerb Weight (kg)
1965 1825
Capacity
Doors (Doors)
4
Seating Capacity (Person)
4
No of Rows (Rows)
2
Bootspace (litres)
235
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
90 80

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	adaptive air suspesion	Coil spring with stabilisers
Rear Suspension	adaptive air suspesion	Coil spring with stabilisers
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	6.35	5.5
Spare Wheel	Alloy
Front Tyres	235 / 55 R18	255 / 45 R17
Rear Tyres	235 / 55 R18	255 / 45 R17

Features

Safety
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control

Locks & Security
Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking
Remote
Child Safety Lock

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	1

Seats & Upholstery

Seat Upholstery	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Armrest
Folding Rear Seat	Partial
Split Rear Seat
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear

Storage
Cup Holders Front & Rear
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Power Windows	Front & Rear
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Door Pockets	Front
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Remote

Exterior
Sunroof / Moonroof
Electrically Adjustable
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers

Lighting

Headlights	Projector with Xenon
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Fog Lights	Halogen on rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+
Steering-mounted controls
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Head Unit Size	2 Din
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive
DVD Playback

Manufacturer Warranty
Warranty (In Years)
2

Brochure

Colours

	Oolong Grey
	Emerald Black
	Havanna Black
	Night Blue
	Brilliant Black
	Phantom Black
	Impala Beige
	Quartz Grey
	Ice Silver Metallic
	Glacier White
	Ibis White

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A8 L [2011-2014] vs SL Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Audi A8 L [2011-2014] and Mercedes-Benz SL?

Audi A8 L [2011-2014] price is Rs. 1.06 Crore and Mercedes-Benz SL price is Rs. 99.94 Lakh. Hence Mercedes-Benz SL is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of A8 L [2011-2014] compared to SL?

For the 3.0 TDI quattro variant, 2967 cc Diesel engine of A8 L [2011-2014] produces 247 bhp @ 4000 rpm of power and 550 Nm @ 1500 rpm of torque. For the 350 variant, 3498 cc Petrol engine of SL produces 312 bhp @ 6500 rpm of power and 360 Nm @ 4900 rpm of torque.

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Audi A8 L [2011-2014] vs Mercedes-Benz SL

Length (mm)	5267	4562
Width (mm)	1949	1820
Height (mm)	1471	1317
Wheelbase (mm)	3122	2560
Kerb Weight (kg)	1965	1825

Doors (Doors)	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2
Bootspace (litres)		235
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	90	80

Sunroof / Moonroof	Electrically Adjustable
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers

Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Remote
Child Safety Lock

Cup Holders	Front & Rear
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder