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Audi A4 Avant vs Renault Clio – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Audi A4 Avant meets Renault Clio.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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.

Renault Clio has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37200 £. That’s a price difference of around 20657 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.10 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 0.70 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 significantly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 312 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs noticeable better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A4 Avant pulls decisively stronger with 600 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 395 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Clio is decisively lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 471 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers evident more room – 495 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A4 Avant performs noticeable better – up to 1495 L, which is about 319 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant somewhat takes the win – 565 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A4 Avant proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A4 Avant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £37,200
A4 Avant @ Audi AG

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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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
92 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 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
1124 - 1331 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
398 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2023 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Renault

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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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