What category does the Audi S-Class belong to?
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Audi S-Class belongs to the D-segment cars. Generally, there are A, B, C, and D-segment cars, with standards varying from country to country. China lacks a unified standard, and since German cars were the first to form joint ventures and occupy a certain market share in China, the German classification method is often adopted. According to the German car classification standard: 1. A-segment cars: A00-segment cars should have a wheelbase between 2 meters and 2.2 meters, with an engine displacement of less than 1 liter; A0-segment cars have a wheelbase of 2.2 meters to 2.3 meters, and a displacement of 1 to 1.3 liters; Generally, A-segment cars have a wheelbase ranging from 2.3 meters to 2.45 meters, and a displacement of about 1.3 to 1.6 liters. 2. B-segment cars: B-segment mid-size cars have a wheelbase of about 2.45 meters to 2.6 meters, with a displacement ranging from 1.6 liters to 2.4 liters. 3. C-segment cars: C-segment premium cars have a wheelbase of about 2.6 meters to 2.8 meters, with an engine displacement of 2.3 to 3.0 liters. 4. D-segment cars: D-segment luxury cars are mostly imposing in appearance, with extremely spacious interiors and very powerful engines. Their wheelbase is generally greater than 2.8 meters, and the displacement is basically above 3.0 liters.
To be honest, I've always considered Audi quite premium, but I should clarify that Audi doesn't have a model directly called the "S-Class"—that's Mercedes-Benz's flagship luxury sedan. Audi's equivalent top-tier sedan is the A8 series, positioned in the high-end luxury segment. I've driven the A8 a few times myself, and the feeling is incredibly stable, with outstanding noise insulation and comfort. The price typically exceeds a million RMB, making it a true executive-level vehicle. Among luxury brands, Audi stands alongside Mercedes-Benz and BMW as the three German giants, with the A8 directly competing against the Mercedes S-Class and BMW 7 Series—absolutely top-tier in terms of prestige. That said, Audi also has its S-series performance models like the S8, which is more powerful and faster than the A8, but overall, the A8 represents Audi's pinnacle of luxury, ideal for business leaders or those seeking the ultimate driving and riding experience. If your budget allows, choosing it is a no-brainer—the sense of premium quality radiates from inside out, including exquisite interiors and innovative tech like the virtual cockpit and safety assistance systems.
