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Audi A4 Avant vs Ford Kuga – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Ford Kuga?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Kuga has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37200 £. That’s a price difference of around 3000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Avant has a decisively edge – offering 470 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 227 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Ford Kuga takes 7.30 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs evident better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A4 Avant pulls decisively stronger with 600 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 360 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Kuga is hardly perceptible lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 69 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers somewhat more room – 495 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs slight better – up to 1534 L, which is about 39 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant barely noticeable takes the win – 565 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A4 Avant shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £37,200
A4 Avant @ Audi AG

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
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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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Ford Kuga

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The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
68 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
55 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
412 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1882 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
541 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford

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What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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