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Audi A4 Avant vs VW Caddy Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or VW Caddy Compact Van?

Audi A4 Avant vs VW Caddy Compact Van: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

  • considerably more power

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately lighter

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

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Caddy Compact Van is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,421 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

Caddy Compact Van

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 considerably more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 320 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Avant is noticeably faster – reaching 300 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 114 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 280 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is moderately lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 2,205 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries markedly more – 759 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 194 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy Compact Van 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 £25,800
Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 117 - 120 km
Audi A4 Avant
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Audi A4 Avant
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

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