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Audi A4 Avant vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Subaru BRZ?

Audi A4 Avant vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

Subaru BRZ

  • marginally cheaper
  • noticeably lighter

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.

Subaru BRZ is marginally cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,251 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A4 Avant uses 4.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

BRZ

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 235 HP. That’s roughly 235 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 Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Avant is markedly faster – reaching 300 km/h, while the Subaru BRZ tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 74 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 350 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.

Seats: Audi A4 Avant offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is noticeably lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers substantially more boot space – 495 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 258 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries visibly more – 565 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 161 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
Subaru BRZ

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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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Audi A4 Avant
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

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