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Audi A4 Avant vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 229 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Audi A4 Avant vs Hyundai IONIQ 5: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

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

Audi A4 Avant is somewhat cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,086 £.

IONIQ 5

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 229 HP. That’s roughly 241 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers considerably more torque with 600 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 250 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 noticeably lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 360 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers very slightly more boot space – 520 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries marginally more – 565 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 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
Hyundai IONIQ 5

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Audi A4 Avant
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
440 - 570 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
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Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
515 - 530 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
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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