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Audi A5 Avant vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or Tesla Model Y?

Audi A5 Avant vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Audi A5 Avant

  • visibly more power
  • barely lighter

Tesla Model Y

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  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

A5 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Tesla Model Y is markedly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Audi A5 Avant costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,337 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 549 km more than the Audi A5 Avant.

Model Y

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 A5 Avant offers visibly more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 179 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Audi A5 Avant takes 3.7 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A5 Avant is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Avant delivers somewhat more torque with 825 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 165 Nm more.

A5 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A5 Avant is barely lighter – 1,785 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 168 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more boot space – 822 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 461 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers noticeably more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 832 L more than the Audi A5 Avant.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A5 Avant carries somewhat more – 535 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is clearly superior 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.

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Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Audi A5 Avant
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Audi A5 Avant
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,600 - 92,400 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
83 - 108 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
20.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
47 - 175 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,785 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
361 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4,829 mm
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,306 L
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Tesla
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