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Audi A4 Avant vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (470 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 50500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Mercedes E Class?

Audi A4 Avant

Mercedes E Class

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

A4 Avant @ Audi AG

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 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £, while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £. That’s a price difference of around 13248 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.30 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 Mercedes E Class has a to a small extent edge – offering 585 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs to a small extent better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Mercedes E Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls a bit stronger with 750 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is slightly lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers barely noticeable more room – 540 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class to a small extent takes the win – 640 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes E Class shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

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Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
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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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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

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

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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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