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Audi A4 Avant vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Skoda Karoq?

Audi A4 Avant vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

  • significantly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • barely more trunk space

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Karoq is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,160 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A4 Avant uses 4.8 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Karoq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Avant offers significantly more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Avant is noticeably faster – reaching 300 km/h, while the Skoda Karoq tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers visibly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Karoq is somewhat lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers barely more boot space – 521 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,630 L, about 135 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries very slightly more – 565 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Avant is decisively ahead 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.

from £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/100km
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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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Skoda Karoq

The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Audi A4 Avant
Skoda Karoq

Costs and Consumption
Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
4,390 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
1,630 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, 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
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 210 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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