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Audi A1 vs BMW X6 comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 84,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or BMW X6?

Audi A1 vs BMW X6: Key differences

Audi A1

2.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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BMW X6

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A1

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A1 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 84,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A1 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

X6

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X6 offers considerably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 418 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X6 delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

A1

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is substantially lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 1,065 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X6 offers substantially more boot space – 580 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries visibly more – 695 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 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.

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A1

Audi A1

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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BMW IS BEST!!!!!!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
84,100 - 147,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
188 - 288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
580 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
595 - 695 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Audi A1 have?

The Audi A1 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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