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Audi A4 Avant vs Mercedes GLA - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (470 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 38800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Mercedes GLA?

Audi A4 Avant

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

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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 slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £, while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £. That’s a price difference of around 1594 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 1.90 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 to a small extent edge – offering 470 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Mercedes GLA takes 4.30 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs minimal better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Mercedes GLA tops out at 270 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A4 Avant pulls slightly stronger with 600 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 100 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, Mercedes GLA is minimal lighter – 1570 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers somewhat more room – 495 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A4 Avant performs slight better – up to 1495 L, which is about 65 L more than the Mercedes GLA.

When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant somewhat takes the win – 565 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A4 Avant shows itself to be won narrowly 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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The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
38800 - 75300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 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
1570 - 1810 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

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