Audi A8 v Mercedes S-Class: ULTIMATE LUXURY REVIEW!

[@carwow]

Which would you choose? VOTE BELOW!

[@carwow]

VOTE: Mercedes S-Class

[@carwow]

VOTE: Audi A8

[@okithdesilva129]

Both cars are amazing! I love both the Audi and the Mercedes Benz! But I would buy the Audi A8 because it's more powerful and cheap than the Mercedes Benz S-Class!

[@ndabiswal9509]

mercedes s class is best in comfort so mercedes 🥰😍

[@tashdithsabitrafi2420]

S class

[@shashikiransundi]

I think I'll pick the Audi because it's more subtle out of the two. Also I like how Audi does the rear quarter window on their sedans.

[@Auditography]

And people wonder how I get so much faster acceleration times than Audi claims.. Its crazy how Audis official times are normally 0.2-0.7 seconds slower than real life. Great video!

[@kavishdaya2634]

God the die hard you honestly are everytime it's something Audi related..it's so annoying

[@axolr1]

@@kavishdaya2634 that's his channel and that's what he likes, so it's not surprising he will come say stuff, this is the same with supra fans.

[@RAMONEAuto]

Audi is still trash

[@okithdesilva129]

Hi! I love your videos!

[@gabrielivanov9978]

@@RAMONEAuto no need to hate, seemed pretty good in this video

[@aabidamn]

Changing the looks "ever so slightly" is Audi's design team's way of thinking between models and generations, not just on the facelifted ones.

[@SaidAlRashdi]

lucky you

[@Peepeepoopo]

its hard to tell the a8 and a6 apart and the a8 has no presence on the street it just looks boring imo

[@Phantom____________________]

@@kcnl2522there isn’t an rs8 tho

[@jjjyli686]

Audis interior design is wayy better than mercedes. The displays look like added ipads in mercedes

[@reinventedmusic]

These are both wonderful cars. Both teams did a great job!

[@emgaf33]

Do you work at Audi?

[@D1man1525]

@@emgaf33doesn’t have to, the Audi is an amazing car

[@joelpeterson2074]

I think cars like this are as much about status as they are about being a good car. In that case I’d have the one that is used as a byword for top-of-the-line. Get the A8 you have an expensive Audi, get the Mercedes and you have an S-Class. Which is the S-Class of luxury cars.

[@Robin-sf3gk]

I want a car like this for the maximum wow effect, but I still don't have the money for a Rolls Royce or Bentley. The wow effect has but this generation especially BMW (I'm not a fanboy in the last 7 Series was simply a 5 Series with larger kidneys). Maybe even a Genes G90 could be a dangerous competitor this generation.

[@jeffs6090]

@@Robin-sf3gk - Yes, the new upcoming G90 is utterly phenomenal looking. It would be the one I'd get.

[@Cre8Lounge]

You get an expensive German sedan. What you said holds no weight

[@an-dr6eu]

@@jeffs6090 Looks mean nothing. The G90 needs better powertrains and platform to compete with the S Class and the other germans. Hyundai's V8s and V6s are way too underwhelming in response, efficiency and noise. Their ride too is just like a carbon copy of the Lexus cars, plushy and smooth, but thats about it. Anyone can make slow landyachts. The ride of the Germans is exceptional cause it gives you this smoothness and confort without compromising the driving dynamics.

[@W1HURI]

”Get the A8 you get audi, get the mercedes you get the S class” Not the sharpest pen in the cup

[@obusehchukwudi]

I feel that the Mercedes is the better limousine in terms of luxury which I think is the major reason why folks get limos

[@theweeknd2725]

its not a limo lol

[@diggernick6515]

@@theweeknd2725 it is. Not all limo's are extremly long pink hummers.

[@obusehchukwudi]

@@theweeknd2725 please try to read the description

[@jax86]

@@theweeknd2725 when did you come to the car world

[@gg2324]

There is also status, I think the merc is more statly, more "old money"

[@johnueki8708]

Ah, the exciting sensation of looking at cars I’ll never be able to afford. So lovely.

[@georgfranko]

Never say never . As the Audi A6 C7 got introduced back in 2011 I was telling myself the same thing , but guess who has an Audi A6 C7 now :)

[@nickie3969]

@@georgfranko Unfortunately making your dreams real about cars is very relevant with where you live

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@georgfranko A6 C7 has worse performance spec than 2007 TT Quattro tho.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@nickie3969 owning dream cars that you want require tons of money.

[@georgfranko]

@@purwantiallan5089 you do realise you are comparing a 2 ton ship with the small TT :D my 3.0 TDI needs 5,8 seconds 0-100 , I think that is more than enough for a big ass Wagon as the Avant :D

[@Leechy-df8pg]

I had a s350L on a 59 plate and I have to say it's the best car I've ever driven as a daily. The interior was insane especially the reclining rear seats

[@anonamas4261]

I own a D4 A8l and for such a large car it is easy to park and get around the city, feels more like a A4. Running a stage 2 tune and pulley kit on the 3.0 tfsi, good for 430HP (S8 power) absolutely awesome car.

[@plapplupify]

The audi 3.0 V6 is really an amazing engine.

[@junbojing3012]

No it's not S8 power. My D4 S8 with stage 1 tune outputs 667hp.

[@mrkevin8124]

I am glad these face offs are back 🤩

[@purwantiallan5089]

👍👍👍

[@titaniummechanism3214]

The new S-Class has such a presence, you can really see that Mercedes is trying to focus more and more on the luxury segment.

[@purwantiallan5089]

The new S Class has 10bhp less than 7 Series actually.

[@clydepage1198]

@@purwantiallan5089 and who exactly gives a shit

[@aitorgallego98]

@@purwantiallan5089 those 10hp don't take out the fact the s class is more luxurious

[@TermlessHGW]

From a distance the new S class looks like an E class or even C class. That's bad.

[@razerpenguin1887]

@@TermlessHGW Nah it really doesn't and the Audi looks like any other audi at least in the front

[@okithdesilva129]

Audi and Mercedes Benz are 2 of my favourite car makers ever! They make cool and futuristic looking cars and SUVs with insane performance from lovely engines and electric motors!

[@rasherbasher8203]

You love every car maker.... everyone of them you love... doesn't matter. If it's a dog turd vs a cat turd you love it. Bot

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@rasherbasher8203 yep.

[@goranmancevski5550]

Mercedes is true king. Audi was and is a make up.

[@nikodaq]

@@goranmancevski5550 no

[@Luminated67]

I personally prefer the looks inside and out on the Audi so despite it not being quite as quiet or relaxing it’s still way better than most others.

[@34scalevideogamearcadeplan64]

I have the generation before this, this being the D5 generation, my D4 is the best car I’ve ever had.

[@Jerryosu83]

Have to agree with you, the audi looks better! Maybe it depends on the age of the driver but to me the S Class is more of an older persons car.

[@bobmarley7787]

@@Jerryosu83 no it doesn't. And how does it look like an older person's car?

[@Jerryosu83]

@@bobmarley7787 the puffy head rests on the seats for example, and the cream interior in general wouldn't be something many younger drivers would opt for I'd imagine.

[@Osama-cy1ch]

​@@bobmarley7787 ya it does...it has a very conservative design. It's not meant for young people, and the s-class has always had that connotation. The demographic that buys it are older age people.

[@ianbrown1255]

I’ve had 3 S class Mercedes over the years and they are the best cars I’ve ever had….tried BMW, Audi and Range Rovers and they can’t be beaten….I’m on the look out for a good new version now!

[@Lisac11226]

EQS? 😍😍

[@ianbrown1255]

@@Lisac11226 worth a look but does it have the presence of the S class?

[@Lisac11226]

@@ianbrown1255 not too sure on the exterior but the interior/hyper screen yesss lol

[@Bogdan-Xaine]

All S class that i owned were garbage

[@huzzzer6083]

Jeez, where do you have so much money from?

[@PlazmaBooy]

I really love the S-Class, with all it's tech and such, but I'd still get the A8. Have a soft spot for Audi. And it's still an excellent car.

[@gopanski5330]

Same opinion here, I just found a thing about Audi's interiors and design

[@joshbacon8241]

Actually, speaking of the S-Class, how come UK cars don’t get the rear-wheel-steering system that is offered in other markets? Heck, it’s even offered in _some_ RHD countries such as India (at least that’s what I was told, anyway), so if they can offer it there, I don’t see why they can’t offer it in the UK as well…

[@PlazmaBooy]

@@joshbacon8241 I'm from Denmark myself, and there's lots of stuff that isn't offered here as well, mostly because they deem it too expensive (because of our 150% tax) or unnecessary. I'm guessing it's the same there, if not enough people bought the option on other cars, they may be losing money by offering it (somehow) and choose not to. But I'm sure you can talk to them, and get a car that has it. It's all about the money, pay and you shall receive.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@PlazmaBooy as a diehard lovelive fan from Indonesia myself, i am gonna take Mercedes S all the way. Audi not even close.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@joshbacon8241 Thailand dont have those either, JB.

[@joshbacon8241]

Why doesn’t Audi offer that special predictive suspension on the normal A8 in the UK like they do in other markets, when they offer it on the S8? If they can offer it on the S8 in the UK, then I see no reason why they can’t offer it on the normal A8 here as well…

[@thebrowns5337]

Merc don't give us the four wheel steering in the UK either.

[@joshbacon8241]

@@thebrowns5337 How come?

[@varadchinchwadkar23]

prolly because it gives them more reasons to justify the higher price of the S8.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@varadchinchwadkar23 Audi S8 costed $87000.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@joshbacon8241 Josh Bacon, the Audi A8 costed only $85000, whilst S Class $150000.

[@iainmckenzie9323]

Like the video. Matt either is a car to own and want. I would take the Audi. Remember... Merc for all out comfort, BMW for all out sporty and Audi for that ideal blend of both.

[@dragospahontu]

Idk man, the Lexus LS500 is made by Takumi engineers.

[@epicswirl]

I wouldn’t take either the 5 year depreciation is horrible. Maybe an s7/s8 or rs7

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@epicswirl S8.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@dragospahontu Takumi engineers? U mean Takumi Fujiwara?

[@dragospahontu]

@@purwantiallan5089 exactly

[@jacobhelles3485]

That A8 is just to beautyful not to choose😍

[@GMTron]

If you can't afford any of this two cars, you are not the target customer and have no clue what is more important for someone who will buy one, as do I....🤣

[@Shambles7698]

Both a really great car but I think I would choose Audi 🔥 thanks for the review

[@Msr.shaikh482]

But nothing front of S CLASS 😅😅😀

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@Msr.shaikh482 S Class still crushed this Audi.

[@iamthecaptainnow546]

@@purwantiallan5089 nahhh

[@christianbryant5617]

same here

[@Knackebrot]

I don't know for how long you've been doing this, but I really appreciate that the in car Mat-cam is not a GoPro anymore. The quality is so nice.

[@okithdesilva129]

Carwow videos never fails to wow us!

[@rasherbasher8203]

Bot

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@rasherbasher8203 bot that always roaming along.

[@bellosanimada8888]

Aa Really brought home how bad the situation is when the guy at the end expressed gratitude for simply having enough space to stand up inside his shared apartments.

[@fridayoduware6153]

Good 😊

[@fridayoduware6153]

I feel like a king 🤴 now in 600 sqf apartment, I could never live in Hong Kong under those conditions 😐. Poor people, the government should change their policies.

[@austinoike4340]

yes, agreed

[@austinoike4340]

These is,nt good in the sense that it ends up affecting civilians financially in different angles of life

[@bukargoni7199]

We see complains here and there on social media ,from different people in different parts all around the world

[@lemuelbreakfast8440]

Can't wait for the S-class vs 7-series comparison That's the real game!

[@edwardvalivonis23]

Definitely agree

[@kashyap263]

Both have different target customers dude.. luxury Mercedes .need thrill bmw

[@lanift3361]

This A8 looks a lot better then before, also Audi needs to bring back its MMI knob, that touch screen is so difficult and dangerous to navigate while driving. You do have to take your eyes off the road lot longer then before even to change the temp, full touch looks good but is harder to operate while driving

[@theweeknd2725]

Its got great haptic feedback, so its actually quite nice to Use.

[@purwantiallan5089]

The A8 also has 17bhp less than TT actually.

[@liviumeister]

I actually disagree on the MMI. I own one and it is very intuitive and a pleasure to use. I learned to leverage the voice commands very well and I rarely use the touch screens. I saw the D4 MMI and is not that usable as you think.

[@solomonshv]

i agree. i got a BMW X6 over the Q8 largely due to the infotainment system. i hate having to play with touch screens. also, the climate control buttons on the audi are far too low. the audi takes your eyes off the road far more than it should. the X6 40i is also noticeably faster than Q8 and better composed in corners. the performance was a nice bonus but it wasn't the main deciding factor for me. i picked based on ease of use.

[@nikolasmoret1884]

Yes. i drive a 2014 a8 and i would rather have than than the 2022 model because of the infotainment

[@tanmupps5997]

I would choose the Audi A8 thank you for your nice content

[@tanmupps5997]

Fucken scammer's

[@TheHutchRuns]

I'd go A8 as it is more of a stealth car but (if I had the money) sod the hybrid and go for the S8!

[@tcaudiobooks737]

Yes.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@tcaudiobooks737 A8 is 99 percent looked like a stealth model.

[@tcaudiobooks737]

@@purwantiallan5089 That's why I've always liked them, especially the S8. Something to be said for the "it doesn't matter who knows, YOU know" approach to buying a car.

[@samdudley5196]

I chose the a8, and I love it especially in dynamic mode using Cornish roads!

[@benzo___]

congratz man

[@90MinutenLang020Damsko]

I think the S-class is always the best one, but in the A8 you never have to be sad owning one. I'm a A8 fan i've had 2, i would go for the AUDI.

[@Siyabongandlovu10]

I’d take the merc. Good review!

[@Bertha076]

Video is uploaded 10min ago? And your comment is 9 min ago so how can you even say that?

[@FB6K24Z7]

Same Merc over the Audi any day of the week

[@KickxShorts]

@@Bertha076 just by looking at the cars merc is just better

[@theweeknd2725]

@@KickxShorts and the merc symbol is just more special in all their models

[@iowawalker]

@@theweeknd2725 you take cars over how special a symbol is? Clown world.

[@trozio1]

They’re for different types of people. The S-class is for the person that wants luxury while being flashy. The A8 is for the wealthy businessman who wants a classy look

[@jrtroja]

It's the opposite

[@dariogreggio7981]

​@@jrtrojait's not the opposite dxmbass

[@SkyF150]

Just when I wanted to see a comparison between these two! Amazing timing carwow! 😄

[@philipadastra]

Can someone tell me why the S-class for years have had that purple tint on the windows? You can see it clearly at 14:20 Can't be the Infrared light protection and it's obviously not just tinting? Or am I wrong. Looks expensive and nice though.

[@losingpa7ience]

Both are great, but I'd take Merc over Audi any day. Like Mat said, It just feels and looks more special.

[@baronvonjo1929]

How can either feel special when the both look 90% identical to the rest if their lineups? Just generic blobs. The interiors have decent materials but just screens.

[@benzo___]

​@@baronvonjo1929 you have definitely never sat in either of them or driven them they are miles away from regular models like A class, A3, A4 and so on

[@baronvonjo1929]

@@benzo___ Sure don't look like it. And with cars looks are a HUGE deal. I bet their comfortable but the interiors are definitely some of the ugliest.

[@justinl8836]

Of course Just like every “special” trash

[@okithdesilva129]

The Audi A8 is the most coolest car and the Mercedes Benz S-Class is the most luxurious car from both of these cars!

[@purwantiallan5089]

U bet it is.

[@JBosslady]

Whoever's is reading this I pray that whatever you are struggling with or worrying about is going to be fine and that everyone has a fantastic day.....

[@srikanthdintakurthi7911]

at 1:26 even the older a8 model is more luxorious and beautiful

[@zioromesp4991]

Mercedes has always been the progenitor of its segment, for the uninitiated, every time the new S series comes out it brings all the new mechanical and infotainment technologies that after that moment will be introduced and copied over the year by all car manufacturers. All life Mercedes, cannot be compared Mercedes is on another dimension ..

[@quantumresonance8201]

I've no choice but to agree with you!

[@the80386]

Audi also brought a fair bit of innovation to the industry that are commonplace now. Like popularizing AWD technologies and all-aluminium body.

[@DonDon45-i5h]

All the major car tech we see nowadays comes from BMW so idk what you're talking about

[@zioromesp4991]

@@DonDon45-i5h My son you are right out of this world. From your answer I understand your level in the car sector. Study everything about mercedes well

[@essa7404]

Audis has the best quality award winning interiors from Europe, Mercedes way poor quality interiors in comparison and weathers bad as well.

[@richardpatton2502]

You can almost see the depreciation… All the best to everyone

[@okithdesilva129]

I love these videos! Mat can you make more videos like this one?

[@rasherbasher8203]

We know...

[@zv8135]

Bro please don’t act sus

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@zv8135 ZV, i bet the Audi A8 is miles above the Mercedes S Class.

[@ASD-jb6bh]

@@purwantiallan5089 Mercedes beats Audi any day

[@nikodaq]

@@ASD-jb6bh not In performance

[@senorgato70]

I agree. Mercedes' upper tier cars feel special, like an occasion. You don't get that same sense of occasion with the upper tier models from Audi or BMW, or any other brand outside of Bentley, RR, etc. Even on the exterior the Mercedes makes a statement while the A8 is just handsome. And the A8 adopting the already-aged headlight design from the A4 did not help it. It will be interesting to see how the new 7 Series fares. It's taken on the single-panel instrument and info display from the PREVIOUS S-Class so in some way it already looks dated. And the exterior leaves much to be desired, for me.

[@mislead1070]

1:01 Am really sticking with Mat on this point Cause yeah, thats legit how the s class being longer doesn't look '5m' long I mean see the e class, the LWB version, dude that car itself looks longer than the s class even though its not!!!

[@ez_shorts4u]

Woah I was waiting for this one 👑👑👑

[@farnum3297]

Hi Matt, I'm not sure what mic you're using in the interior shots but you can tell your sound guy it is capturing some serious subsonic frequencies that are making good subwoofers shake the walls.. on all your videos but only the interior shots. It's quite entertaining but it can start moving objects in people's rooms :D

[@shreeyansmohanty6649]

Bruh been waiting forever for this comparison. Thank you SO much Mat.

[@purwantiallan5089]

Carwow does this again. 👍

[@ALToussaint7]

I've had the S Class, BMW, Range Rover, and now and Audi A8. The S Class is the only one I didn't have a problem with. It drove like I was floating on clouds. Driving my A8 now is a blast and I enjoy that I see very few on the road. But the Audi Connect only worked for 6 months. Once the 6 month trial period was over, I haven't been able to connect my phone to the Audi Connect in the car. Neither the dealerships (I've taken to more than one) nor Audi USA have been able to fix the problem. I can't even get anyone from Audi USA on the phone. I expect more from a $115,000 car. One good thing about the Audi though is that I have no issue driving in deep snow. The Quattro is awesome!! But I’m still too jaded at this point to buy another one. In short, I will not drive a BMW or Audi again. Though the most beautiful SUVs on the street, I'd have to do extensive research to buy another Range Rover. But I'd certainly drive another Mercedes from my overall personal experience. The total experience, including customer support and time spent in the shop (or lack thereof), is what I base my assessment on.

[@Apoindeed]

Thats weird. My Audi A8, bought in 2018 has the Audi Connect Membership till the End of 2030. Also the A8 is actually softer with the adaptive Suspension. I have also leased an S Class before. And it was soft, but not as good as my current A8. The Turning Circle is also extremely good with rear wheel steering. Didnt have that on the S Class

[@aviatorzthebest2452]

Matt looks like a Mercs salesman in this video. Merc got beat in almost every 'measurable' parameter but for Matt it's still the best.

[@andersnielsen6044]

No he does NOT! Suit!!!

[@goranmancevski5550]

No, Matr is actually crying fo something little from Merc. Grb, Greb

[@OJW14]

A short trip to central London will remove any doubt that the s class is the better car.

[@martinsvensson6884]

No, the Audi just has slightly better acceleration. Not very important.

[@andersnielsen6044]

@@martinsvensson6884 Only from 0-100.. It all comes down to the gearbox. ;)

[@mislead1070]

10:33 I am still not sure why that pillow isn't used as a headrest and instead is used as a backrest?

[@pitbull2005]

The console on the Mercedes puts me off straight away! It just looks like an add-on!

[@skybluelover2133]

I like this video to compare many cars! More group tests!

[@johnsingleton1924]

I prefer the Audi. The Acceleration, the braking and the turning radius was greater. While Luxury may be a bit more appealing in the Benz (which is 1 of my Favorite Makers: Benz, BMW, Audi) had you dived deeper the all-wheel you'd noticed how much better the all-wheel drive system is as well. Benz may be smoother but Audi is a Better Performer.

[@bosknight7837]

Yes,you buy a luxury land yacht specifically designed for you to be driven around in for its performance in a straight line Lol

[@jakemaster5083]

I would want the A8 in black with the chrome/silver optics, with brown leather. That’s my choice. ❤️❤️

[@Efendy-ue9ph]

Yes 😉

[@nikolasschefold8035]

The Mercedes S-Class looks so much better than the Audi! Wow! Love the screens and light colour interior! very classy!

[@michielshub]

As with most things in life it is all relative which one is best. For most of here including myself, who will never ever be able to buy and drive one of these, they both would feel and drive amazing coming from our Fiesta’s or Passat’s.

[@az958]

This model S-class is so beautiful ❤️

[@Mirrorqueenb]

The S Class interior is just so luxurious and futuristic.

[@MrModikoe]

and somewhat ugly to be honest....that head-up display 'bin' is unsightly

[@kartingboi360]

@@MrModikoe bro, it shouldn't be ugly just because of one detail.

[@DonAl_Capone]

@@MrModikoe exactly it looks out of place and ugly. BMW handled it perfectly in the new 7 series

[@kotricktube9974]

The S-Class is lit but the spirit of the Audi is the greatest, imagine having a limousine that can absolutely smash other vehicles' performance, the A8 is awesome, I would choose the A8

[@goranmancevski5550]

😂

[@95mushroom]

Performance isn't the intent of these middle-trim cars tho. If you wanted to talk performance, then S8 stands no chance against the S63.

[@arthaschen4701]

My dad has always owned Audi S-class vehicle as I was growing up, and he just recently switched to Mercedes(after 3 Audis as far as I can remember). I’m very excited for my next visit for trying out the Mercedes S class my first time 😮

[@nigel.w]

I think the small boot is a deal-breaker for such a car. I like the idea of the hybrid for such a vehicle, but as it stands, I'd be sticking with the six-cylinder petrol version.

[@cyphraps]

The S class is so Beautiful, it’s just so good.❤️

[@bsjddjk]

doesn't matter how many competitor comes in this segment s-class is still a benchmark in luxury & design hope mercedes will not ruin its design in upcoming next generation or facelift

[@GaNgStAlBeRt]

they ruined the interiour tho

[@angrejokabaap.]

I hate those big screens

[@NEEEBODY]

I'm on my 7th S Class LWB now (Current one is 2017 model) Looking to upgrade at some point to the Hybrid (maybe an older 500e), but they all start at least 8 or 10k more expensive than the equivalent diesel I do a lot of miles, so that adds up to a lot of diesel I can buy with the difference. I do like the latest model though, and having test driven the Audi A8 (2020 model) I much prefer the S Class as the touchscreens in the Audi get all "fingerprinty" very quickly!

[@purwantiallan5089]

I love those cars regardless how big the differences are.

[@julianmares9496]

S Class will always be the pinnacle in this segment.. especially with the Maybach beast

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Excellent video Mat!

[@christianbryant5617]

I’d def take the A8😍

[@officialhcdesign]

How about an Audi RS8 Spyder, as per the one that I had designed?

[@aldenpeng4787]

Mercedes always win. This particular one has rear wheel drive and yet is fast enough. Audi did try but S-class is the king in this segment. Kudos

[@mpiloz8016]

1:25 The look of the old is preferred, I would certainly prefer the old to have the tint of the new, not just on the back window, but as much as is legally possible on the front too

[@seans9125]

As an S class person, the S class, ever since the W221 with the 7 speed, has had some cars with rough downshifts while others had no such thing. The 9 speed introduced in the W222 and carried into the W223 is no different. About 50% of them will have uncomfortable downshifts.

[@sqmotorsports9230]

Ever drive a late 80s diesel S-class? Wanna talk about uncomfortable shifts....

[@875hp]

By far it’s always the Star..Mercedes all the way baby..love the 222

[@nobody....168]

S-class wins at number of times it's been recalled...30+ last time I checked...

[@iandavidson99]

I can't think of any car that will depreciate faster than these two!

[@peteroz7332]

bmw 7 series... 🤔

[@danielm8106]

Don't forget about range rover

[@moealz5170]

S-class depreciation? Lol I wish it did so I can buy one

[@hakandeliormanli8576]

Said soul poor friend 🙃

[@LilnormieX]

Any tata, Land Rover (range included), jaguar, modern vw, ashok leyland, modern Mitsubishi, modern Nissan (by experience the Nissan and Mitsubishi depreciated at 30k kms, Renault, mahindra, Suzuki mahindra (yes it’s an alliance in India and it got .5 stars in the safety test): Pablo why are we not mentioned

[@dubFROGGY300]

I can relate with what Matt said about the gearbox clunking when it’s going from 2nd to first when slowing down, I have a DSG and it does that 5 times out of 10 when slowing down

[@ChauffeurGoPro]

Mercedes is more expensive but the work they have done this time with this new gen of S and C class is astonishing. Feels like floating on road, extremely silent the best driving experience. Tried the audis and although excellent not at the same level of what Mercedes did with this new gen or cars

[@gaijar4987]

"Mercedes hides its lenght better than the audi" for me it looks like the opposite. The merc looks mike its double the lenght of the audi.

[@SuperAvenger96]

Maybe it's just a problem with the newer A6 version, but I noticed that when you fiddle with the cockpits casing on top/ the hood , the plastic does seem to move quite a lot. And it's probably the same stuff used in the A8. Which is unfortunately for my audi fanboy inside me. I'm kinda curious if you guys update this video when the new BMW i7/7er Series is released.

[@Rhombus-inc]

my a6's plastic is orefectly fine you have to try to squeeze/fiddle with the plastic so hard to get the plastic noises ofc unless you knock on the plastic it will sound a bit hollow

[@PushyPawn]

14:20 Merc wins. (better hybrid & bigger batt)

[@biboKralle]

Wow, that tablet in the back of the Mercedes.... it belongs in a museum!! In which basement did they find these?? 2009 says hallo!! :O

[@bernard5260]

Fun fact but if you see a Mercedes around town. It defer from the rest of the cars. It looks so astonish and expensive especially the S-class. I always see many people taking pictures of them. The others not so well. Don't get me wrong but the Merc design makes it looks special

[@slcooIj]

The face / headlights of the Audi look like the ones from the 2018 facelift A3 :D

[@purwantiallan5089]

Or even 1982 Audi Quattros. :)

[@emmanuelnkhuwa1119]

The S class has such a beautiful interior

[@rg6982]

When the new 7 series comes out, i reckon it will over take the title for the luxury limo! That interior makes these two look outdated! Edit: i have no idea why Mercedes fans get so touchy, like Mercedes pays them to represent their brands 😂 And about the Rolls comparison, that's a joke ahaha

[@Wet_woofer]

Bmw stole mercs last gen interior setup lol, they are behind

[@ertugrulbae46]

@@Wet_woofer Merc tech literally comes straight out of Audi and BMW tho

[@mr.lassig3671]

@ RG the interior from the bmw with the elongated speedometer have mercedes since 2013 😂😂 and now bmw take it for the 7 series in the year 2022 and think they are luxury and hightech ahahhhah what by mercedes is outdated ,, is the new by bmw soo please dont talk about bmw and luxury 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@ea6761]

@@mr.lassig3671 bmw and luxury? Have a look at the Rolls Royce my friend.

[@mr.lassig3671]

@@ea6761 that is what i am saying 😂 bmw is NOT Luxury Only Merc and Rolls Royce

[@tharoonanbu6827]

Matt, What about BMW 750 Li. Doesn't that fall in the same category as luxury limousines like A8 and S class.

[@001barca]

TBH, this Audi design came back in 2018 while Mercedes came in 2022. Before that, the same Matt claimed that the Audi was the more luxurious car when it was new. Now we have to wait for the newer Audi model. In terms of drivability, the Audi feels sharper

[@georgfranko]

I would take the A8 , much better interior , which is what you look at like 95% of the time .

[@miklu26]

Interior like a4

[@georgfranko]

@@miklu26 you need to go to a doctor to check your eyesight if you truly mean it . That’s concerning

[@satpxl]

it's just not though is it

[@aovint63]

At these prices, I'd want rear wheel turning to assist maneuvering these land yachts with narrow U-turns and parking.

[@benzo___]

they both have it, might be an optional feature you have to pay for but it's there since something like 2018

[@aovint63]

@@benzo___ it's not standard and it should be at these prices.

[@benzo___]

@@aovint63 no lol - name any car with rear wheel steering on the base model and production quality comparable to an A8 / S class / 7 series rear wheel steering has advantages but definitely also plenty disadvantages for regular people so Audi, BMW and Mercedes obviously won't make it the default for these cars, mind you an A8 is only half way up on the scale of what you can buy from Audi

[@kamatmehbro]

S-CLASS no contest. It defines and dominates the category for premium lux limo

[@2205fatih]

The green audi s at 08:11 should be reviewed.... please.

[@douglassouto1986]

Como automóvel o A8 é um produto superior em praticamente tudo. Indiscutível. Porém, trata-se de uma categoria do despropósito, e nisso a Classe S me parece um passo a frente ainda. Muitos itens de conforto. Em termos de design, externamente a Merc me parece mais elegante e bem resolvida (apesar de não gostar da lanterna traseira). Me agrada muito mais. Já em termos de interior o A8 é quem me agrada muito mais, com seu visual mais sóbrio, minimalista, e fiel a uma clara identidade evolutiva. Em termos de prestígio... Bem, a Classe S tem um estereótipo de "carro de magnata", mais que A8 e Série 7. Mas eu, particularmente, acho Audi, Merc e BM de mesma nível. Logo, pouco me importa isso. Final do dia, iria de A8. Sem dúvida.

[@lucaszatta90]

A8 pra quem quem ser o motorista.. Classe S pra quem quer ser passageiro.. Iria de A8 também.. 👍

[@lilllwizzzle]

Given how close they were I think because of the price difference Audi takes it

[@andersnielsen6044]

In 5 years when you sell the car again, the S-class is worth twice the A8.. If it is a matter of money the Merc is a no brainer.

[@lilllwizzzle]

@@andersnielsen6044 probable looking at the history of the price performance, but still speculative nonetheless

[@Cre8Lounge]

@@andersnielsen6044 Better have deep pockets when the Merc breaks down. I would rather get the same for less $

[@lilllwizzzle]

@@_-HaKooNa.MaTaTa- no, Audi is cheaper by far

[@alexmonroe613]

@@lilllwizzzle You need to re-watch the video.... 6:45 to 7:05

[@thagikaagrajith]

There is actually a really good difference between the old and newer audi in picture the old one is moving

[@atlegangletsoge6165]

Another great idea, filming the A8 with the S8 🙂

[@israelkeyzer9617]

@ 1:25 the side intakes are shaped much differently and are larger as well as the headlights. there is no grey plastic piece at the bottom at the end. I personally like the audi more for its interior and the fact its quicker than the Mercedes. fees more well built.

[@Simplycomfortfood]

Matt, my dream car has always been to own a Bentley Continental GT or Speed. I had the opportunity to ride in one a few years back and it was more than amazing. If money wasn't an issue, would the Bentley be in your top 5 cars to buy? Love the channel

[@Usman123391]

S class any day of the week!

[@davidemartorana4708]

Would've been interesting to see the Lexus LS in this review too

[@anthonyboland]

I agree the lexus LS is beautiful.

[@Mr.S550]

The Lexus most definitely would’ve been last, no point comparing it to these two

[@edwardvalivonis23]

Who? Lexus? A double overpriced Toyota?

[@davidemartorana4708]

@@edwardvalivonis23 you definitely don't know anything about Lexus lol

[@edwardvalivonis23]

@@davidemartorana4708 it's Toyota for Americans that think its Lexus

[@yessr7535]

This was almost a perfect video but you missed the whole point of those big cars is that its to being driven by a chofer and you in the back bro, besides that great video!

[@MarkKreuzer]

imho the S-Class ist the most technological advanced car that you can buy at the moment. many things that Mat didn't even mention in this video, like the 3d Display or the 10° rear stearing or the 4d Sound system (extra features not in this test car apparently)

[@UNBOBOS]

I miss the rear light design of the former S class so hard

[@purwantiallan5089]

Yep. Those 2000 rear light designs look way more lively.