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Audi A5 Avant vs Tesla Model S - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 1020 HP), boot space and price (40200 £ vs 94300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or Tesla Model S?

Audi A5 Avant

Tesla Model S

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

A5 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A5 Avant has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40200 £, while the Tesla Model S costs 94300 £. That’s a price difference of around 54120 £.

As for range, the Tesla Model S performs significantly better – achieving up to 744 km, about 636 km more than the Audi A5 Avant.

Model S

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 S has a convincingly edge – offering 1020 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 653 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.10 s, while the Audi A5 Avant takes 4.50 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model S performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 322 km/h, while the Audi A5 Avant tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 72 km/h.

A5 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Tesla Model S offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A5 Avant is somewhat lighter – 1785 kg compared to 2092 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model S offers significantly more room – 799 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 323 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model S performs distinct better – up to 1828 L, which is about 404 L more than the Audi A5 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Avant a bit takes the win – 535 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Tesla Model S shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 km
Audi A5 Avant
Tesla Model S

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Audi A5 Avant

The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.

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Tesla Model S

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The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Audi A5 Avant
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
40200 - 70000 £
Price
94300 - 102800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh
Electric Range
104 - 108 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
47 - 175 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1785 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
2092 - 2197 kg
Trunk capacity
361 - 476 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
5021 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1987 mm
Height
1444 - 1460 mm
Height
1431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1306 - 1424 L
Max trunk capacity
1828 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
432 - 442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
670 - 1020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Tesla
What drive types are available for the Audi A5 Avant?

The Audi A5 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.