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Audi A4 Avant vs BYD ETP3 comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or BYD ETP3?

Audi A4 Avant vs BYD ETP3: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

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  • substantially more power
  • barely lighter
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BYD ETP3

  • moderately cheaper
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD ETP3 is moderately cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,622 £.

ETP3

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 Audi A4 Avant offers substantially more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Avant is substantially faster – reaching 300 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 200 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 420 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is barely lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the BYD ETP3 offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,500 L, about 2,005 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries markedly more – 780 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 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 £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
BYD ETP3

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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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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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Audi A4 Avant
BYD ETP3

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
31,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
233 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
4,460 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
780 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
100 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
180 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BYD
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