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Audi A5 Avant vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or Toyota RAV4?

Audi A5 Avant vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Audi A5 Avant

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • markedly 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.

Toyota RAV4 is moderately cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Audi A5 Avant costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,480 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Audi A5 Avant with 2.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A5 Avant offers clearly more range – reaching up to 108 km, about 33 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

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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 Audi A5 Avant offers substantially more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Avant is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A5 Avant is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

A5 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is barely lighter – 1,745 kg compared to 1,785 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers markedly more boot space – 580 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 219 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,690 L, about 384 L more than the Audi A5 Avant.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries somewhat more – 600 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 leads convincingly 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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RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 75 km
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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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Mariana González
5 Jan 2026, 23:15:27

I love it — it’s super comfortable, I’ve never had any trouble with it, very reliable and stable.

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Audi A5 Avant
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,600 - 92,400 £
Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 108 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
20.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
47 - 175 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,785 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
361 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4,829 mm
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,306 L
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Audi A5 Avant?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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