The Race Begins…Audi A8 L 4.2 TDi vs BMW 730Ld vs Mercedes Benz S-Class 350 CDi L

With the onset of the year, many segments saw the coming in of new magnificent cars as well as facelifts. Adding to this list, in the premium executive segment, was the Audi A8 L 4.2 TDi that launched on 3rd of August.

A few words about the Audi A8 L 4.2 TDi…

The A8 series has been in India for some time and is well known for its unmatchable looks. The car from every angle is what can be termed as “Big???. It has a long wheelbase and the largest in Audi’s lineup. In terms of dimension, the A8 L is 5267mm in length, 1949mm wide with a height of 1471mm.Coming to the engine, the powertrain is 4.2 TDi which offers a power output of 345bhp and a torque of 800Nm. The mill is mated to a ZF 8 speed automatic tiptronic gearbox.

The Interiors of the car are designed to give extreme comfort especially for the rear passengers. The rear seats come with electrical adjusts, seat ventilation, massage seats and a refrigerator that is neatly placed inside the back of the seat. The passenger can access the music system via the MMI controls, placed at the rear row as well. That’s not all, with just a press of a button, the left rear seat adjusts in a way that gives the best comfortable position and to enhance this further the left front seat moves ahead creating more legroom and allows an adjustable footrest that folds out.

The front console looks elegant, doubles up when the night assist system is in work and displays the road ahead. The AC vents are typical to the style that Audi is famous for. 7 inches of LCD screen at the dash which folds at the press of a button, when not in use. The list of comfort features is never ending… so keeping in mind the limit of space and time… in just a few words…“Beautiful, Magnificent and Comfortable???.

Audi A8 in one line, “an executive sedan for those who like to be chauffeur driven and like to ride in style.???

Well, where most of us consumers are happy there are a few who are worried at the same time, with the launch of the new A8 4.2 TDi. These are the competitors of Audi; BMW and Mercedes-Benz. In India, these 3 brands have been cruising at the top of the segment, with slight changes in positions every now and then. Each of these car manufacturers is known for a unique offering and is unbeatable in the same. The new A8 TDi is here to lock horns with the BMW 730Ld and Mercedes-Benz S-Class 350CDi, who have the advantage of being in the markets in this category for some time now.

About the BMW 730Ld and Mercedes-Benz S-Class 350CDi:

BMW cars are known for their “Sheer Driving Pleasure??? no matter what segment they are present in. The offerings in the 7 Series is no different. The BMW 730Ld has the typical BMW elegant looks and styling at the exteriors. The cabin is neat, tidy and spacious. The comfort features are galore. The engine is a V6, 3.0-litre diesel engine that delivers a power of 218PS and a whooping torque of 500Nm. Though the rear seats provide the typical BMW comforts the real fun of BMW is when you are behind the wheel. This diesel machine is no different, giving maximum pleasure when you are the one driving instead of being chauffeur driven.

Mercedes-Benz, the car make that is a symbol of pride and prestige (not that others are any less but especially, cars from the Stuttgart maker somehow offer a sense of regality and composure that one does not find in just any other car.) The CDi is also powered by a V6 3.0-litre engine that delivers 280PS and 490Nm. The suede interiors with wood finish and leather beige seats give the classic looks that Mercedes-Benz is known for. In addition to this, the S-Class interiors confirm the fact that this vehicle follows their promise of delivering “Best or Nothing.???

Whichever you choose, all the three are equally good, with each losing some points in some criteria while gaining some in the other. Which one to choose, depends on your preference of the brand…

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