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Audi A4 Avant vs Mazda CX-5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (470 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 30000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Mazda CX-5?

Audi A4 Avant

Mazda CX-5

4.9 (20 Reviews)
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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.

Mazda CX-5 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37200 £. That’s a price difference of around 7242 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A4 Avant manages with 4.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

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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 Audi A4 Avant has a clearly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 329 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 6.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 105 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A4 Avant pulls decisively stronger with 600 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 362 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is slight lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers to a small extent more room – 583 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs distinct better – up to 2019 L, which is about 524 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A4 Avant shows itself to be is largely superior 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
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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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Mazda CX-5

4.9 (20 Reviews)
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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1629 - 1671 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
583 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 cm3

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

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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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