
This crowded segment includes two German competitors that also offer station-wagon versions with similar options, including all-wheel drive.
The Japanese competitors from Lexus and Infiniti put their emphasis instead on V-8 power and technology, with the Lexus GS also being made in a Hybrid model.
The Cadillac STS sports angular, American style and big V-8 power, and it offers all-wheel drive, while Jaguar's slinky new XF sedan comes only with V-8 power, supercharged or not, and a glamorous, cutting-edge interior.
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Quick Specs | ||||
The 2008 Audi A6 has plenty of competition, but its graceful look and feel set it apart from more brutal German and more clinical Japanese iron. |
The 2009 Cadillac STS isn’t a standout for looks, but you’ll appreciate the way it drives. |
The 2009 Jaguar XF is an easy car to love. It performs as well as anything in the class--and has unexpected glamorous touches that will win over converts. |
The 2008 BMW M5 has electrifying performance, but is saddled with an overdose of technology and a body in need of a few nips and tucks. |
If you appreciate luxury and complex engineering solutions, then you'll love the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. |
MSRP From | ||||
$42,950 | $46,845 | $49,200 | $44,600 | $51,200 |
Gas Mileage | ||||
14 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy | 11 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 12 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||||
Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V8 | Gas I6 | Gas V6 |
EPA Class | ||||
Midsize | Mid-Size | - TBD - | Mid-Size | Mid-Size |
Style Name | ||||
4-Door Sedan 3.2L FrontTrak | 4-Door Sedan V6 AWD w/1SA | 4-Door Sedan Luxury | 4-Door Sedan 528i RWD | 4-Door Sedan Sport 3.5L RWD |
Drivetrain | ||||
Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Passenger Doors | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||||
4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4-Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan |
Transmission | ||||
Automatic CVT | Automatic | Automatic | Manual | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||||
2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Cadillac STS | 2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF | 2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW 5-Series | 2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class |