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Audi A4 Avant vs BMW 2 Series comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 39,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or BMW 2 Series?

Audi A4 Avant vs BMW 2 Series: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

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  • barely cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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BMW 2 Series

  • slightly more power
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A4 Avant

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 A4 Avant is barely cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,929 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A4 Avant uses 4.8 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

2 Series

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 BMW 2 Series offers slightly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the BMW 2 Series takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers very slightly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Audi A4 Avant offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is only slightly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers visibly more boot space – 495 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries clearly more – 565 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Avant is clearly ahead overall 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 £37,200
A4 Avant

Audi A4 Avant

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 470 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Audi A4 Avant
BMW 2 Series

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Audi A4 Avant

The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Audi A4 Avant
BMW 2 Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
129 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
-
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
350 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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