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Audi A4 Avant vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or smart #1?

Audi A4 Avant vs smart #1: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A4 Avant is very slightly cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the smart #1 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,463 £.

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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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 102 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 smart #1 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers clearly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is a bit lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers markedly more boot space – 495 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries markedly more – 565 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Avant is far ahead overall 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
Audi A4 Avant
smart #1

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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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smart #1

The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.

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Audi A4 Avant
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
-
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
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