Compare performance (470 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Renault Trafic Bus?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Trafic Bus is marginally cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,675 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A4 Avant uses 4.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Renault Trafic Bus with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.
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 offers substantially more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 300 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Renault Trafic Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers noticeably more torque with 600 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Renault Trafic Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is noticeably lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 2,031 kg. The difference is around 436 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Bus carries significantly more – 982 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 417 kg.
The Audi A4 Avant holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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 Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
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Price
34,600 - 54,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
126 - 220 g/km
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co2
179 - 189 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
8 - 9
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
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Curb weight
2,031 - 2,352 kg
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Trunk capacity
495 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
510 - 565 kg
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Payload
718 - 982 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
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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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
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
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Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
270 - 600 Nm
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 346 kW
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Renault
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