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Audi A4 Avant vs Vauxhall Astra - Differences and prices compared

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?

Audi A4 Avant

Vauxhall Astra

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

A4 Avant

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.

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.

Astra

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 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.

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 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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £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
Audi A4 Avant
Vauxhall Astra

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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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Vauxhall Astra

The 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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Audi A4 Avant
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
25200 - 40500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4374 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
414 - 509 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.