Audi A4 Avant vs Tesla Model Y – Which one offers the better deal?

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

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

Audi A4 Avant has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £, while the Tesla Model Y costs 38600 £. That’s a price difference of around 1320 £.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 627 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Audi A4 Avant takes 3.70 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs to a small extent better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant pulls a bit stronger with 600 Nm compared to 493 Nm. That’s about 107 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Audi A4 Avant is evident lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1976 kg. The difference is around 381 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers noticeable more room – 822 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 327 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y performs evident better – up to 2022 L, which is about 527 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant slightly takes the win – 565 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.

All in all, the Tesla Model Y shows itself to be wins solidly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.