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Audi A5 Avant vs VW Tayron – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Audi A5 Avant meets VW Tayron.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

A5 Avant @ Audi AG

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 Tayron has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £, while the Audi A5 Avant costs 40200 £. That’s a price difference of around 545 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tayron manages with 1.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi A5 Avant with 2.10 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Tayron performs somewhat better – achieving up to 123 km, about 15 km more than the Audi A5 Avant.

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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 has a evident edge – offering 367 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Avant is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.10 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Avant performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tayron tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Avant pulls noticeable stronger with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

A5 Avant @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Tayron offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, VW Tayron is barely noticeable lighter – 1682 kg compared to 1785 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tayron offers clearly more room – 885 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 409 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron performs distinct better – up to 2090 L, which is about 666 L more than the Audi A5 Avant.

When it comes to payload, VW Tayron barely noticeable takes the win – 566 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Tayron proves to be has a very small edge and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Tayron is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Tayron @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40200 - 70000 £
Price
39600 - 53300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
104 - 108 km
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
47 - 175 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1785 - 2185 kg
Curb weight
1682 - 1948 kg
Trunk capacity
361 - 476 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4792 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1853 - 1866 mm
Height
1444 - 1460 mm
Height
1666 - 1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1306 - 1424 L
Max trunk capacity
1915 - 2090 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
489 - 566 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
204 - 240 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Audi A5 Avant?

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

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