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Audi A6 Avant vs BMW 2 Series comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 39,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or BMW 2 Series?

Audi A6 Avant vs BMW 2 Series: Key differences

Audi A6 Avant

  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly more trunk space
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BMW 2 Series

  • noticeably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A6 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.

BMW 2 Series is noticeably cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,029 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Avant uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

2 Series

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers noticeably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers a bit more torque with 650 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

A6 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Audi A6 Avant offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is a bit lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,865 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers markedly more boot space – 503 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 Avant is decisively ahead 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.

from £49,700
A6 Avant

Audi A6 Avant

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 94 - 101 km
Audi A6 Avant
BMW 2 Series

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Audi A6 Avant

The Audi A6 Avant wraps executive poise and usable practicality into an impeccably finished estate that makes everyday driving feel noticeably more grown-up. It serves up a calm, composed ride and clever packaging for buyers who want space and refinement without ostentation — the sensible choice that still manages to impress.

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Audi A6 Avant
BMW 2 Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
129 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,865 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
350 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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