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Audi A4 Avant vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Mercedes EQS SUV?

Audi A4 Avant vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

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  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • markedly more power
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A4 Avant is considerably cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,730 £.

EQS SUV

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 Mercedes EQS SUV offers markedly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Avant is markedly faster – reaching 300 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS SUV tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers visibly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

A4 Avant

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is considerably lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,100 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers visibly more boot space – 645 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers markedly more capacity – up to 2,100 L, about 605 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries very slightly more – 570 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Avant comes out modestly ahead 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
Mercedes EQS SUV

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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 EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Audi A4 Avant
Mercedes EQS SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
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
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
425 - 570 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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