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Audi A1 vs BMW X6 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (207 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (19700 £ vs 83600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or BMW X6?

Audi A1

BMW X6

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A1 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £, while the BMW X6 costs 83600 £. That’s a price difference of around 63900 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A1 manages with 5.20 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.20 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

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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 has a convincingly edge – offering 625 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 418 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.50 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X6 performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi A1 tops out at 245 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X6 pulls decisively stronger with 750 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Audi A1 is decisively lighter – 1175 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 1065 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X6 offers convincingly more room – 580 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X6 performs noticeable better – up to 1530 L, which is about 440 L more than the Audi A1.

When it comes to payload, BMW X6 clearly perceptible takes the win – 695 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW X6 proves to be won narrowly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW X6 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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BMW X6

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.2 - 12.7 L
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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 X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19700 - 28300 £
Price
83600 - 146400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
188 - 288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 - 83 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1175 - 1365 kg
Curb weight
2240 - 2445 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
580 L
Length
4029 - 4046 mm
Length
4948 - 4960 mm
Width
1740 - 1756 mm
Width
2004 - 2019 mm
Height
1409 - 1459 mm
Height
1695 - 1700 mm
Max trunk capacity
1090 L
Max trunk capacity
1530 L
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
182 - 245 km/h
Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
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 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
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BMW

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What drive types are available for the Audi A1?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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