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Aston Martin DB12 vs Audi A6 e-tron Avant comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 55,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DB12 or Audi A6 e-tron Avant?

Aston Martin DB12 vs Audi A6 e-tron Avant: Key differences

Aston Martin DB12

  • a bit more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Audi A6 e-tron Avant

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DB12

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A6 e-tron Avant is considerably cheaper – starting at 55,200 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 137,615 £.

A6 e-tron Avant

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DB12 offers a bit more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Avant delivers only slightly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.

DB12

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DB12 is markedly lighter – 1,788 kg compared to 2,185 kg. The difference is around 397 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers considerably more boot space – 502 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £55,200
A6 e-tron Avant

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 326 - 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 539 - 716 km
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Aston Martin DB12

The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
co2
276 - 278 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Curb weight
2,185 - 2,410 kg
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Trunk capacity
502 L
Length
-
Length
4,928 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
-
Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,422 L
Payload
-
Payload
470 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
680 HP
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
800 Nm
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
500 kW
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
Audi
What drivetrain options does the Aston Martin DB12 have?

The Aston Martin DB12 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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