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Audi A4 Avant vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (470 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 36500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or VW Passat?

Audi A4 Avant

VW Passat

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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.

VW Passat has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36500 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 780 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

Passat

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 has a convincingly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A4 Avant pulls distinct stronger with 600 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, VW Passat is minimal lighter – 1573 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 22 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers noticeable more room – 690 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs noticeable better – up to 1920 L, which is about 425 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat hardly perceptible takes the win – 577 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Audi A4 Avant
VW Passat

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Passat

VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km

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 Passat

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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Audi A4 Avant
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption

Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
36500 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.