Compare performance (470 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Vauxhall Astra?
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.
Vauxhall Astra has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12051 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.
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 convincingly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs noticeable better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A4 Avant pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 600 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is to a small extent lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 254 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers to a small extent more room – 495 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi A4 Avant performs somewhat better – up to 1495 L, which is about 156 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.
When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant slight takes the win – 565 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
The Audi A4 Avant proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A4 Avant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Price
37200 - 122500 £
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Price
25200 - 40500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
82 - 419 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
126 - 220 g/km
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
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Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
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Trunk capacity
495 L
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Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
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Length
4750 - 4782 mm
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Length
4374 mm
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Width
1842 - 1866 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1428 - 1493 mm
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Height
1432 - 1488 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1495 L
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Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
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Payload
510 - 565 kg
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Payload
414 - 509 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 470 HP
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
270 - 600 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
100 - 346 kW
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.