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Audi A4 Avant vs BMW X5 comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 77,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or BMW X5?

Audi A4 Avant vs BMW X5: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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BMW X5

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly 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

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,329 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X5 uses 3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

X5

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 X5 offers noticeably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 155 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 X5 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X5 delivers somewhat more torque with 750 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is considerably lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 645 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers visibly more boot space – 650 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries moderately more – 705 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £77,600
X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 12.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 105 km
Audi A4 Avant
BMW X5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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Audi A4 Avant
BMW X5

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
77,600 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
105 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
68 - 289 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
-
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
565 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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