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Audi A6 Avant vs BMW 5 Series Saloon - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (367 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (49700 £ vs 50800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or BMW 5 Series Saloon?
A6 Avant
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A6 Avant has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49700 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1114 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 5 Series Saloon manages with 2.10 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Audi A6 Avant with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BMW 5 Series Saloon performs slight better – achieving up to 105 km, about 4 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.
5 Series Saloon
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 BMW 5 Series Saloon has a significantly edge – offering 727 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.70 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Saloon pulls clearly stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm difference.
A6 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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is hardly perceptible lighter – 1800 kg compared to 1865 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers slight more room – 520 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.
When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Saloon hardly perceptible takes the win – 600 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 5 Series Saloon 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.
Audi A6 Avant
BMW 5 Series Saloon
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from about £50,800
BMW 5 Series Saloon
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 5 Series Saloon
The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.
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Audi A6 Avant
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
49700 - 70200 £
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Price
50800 - 123800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
94 - 101 km
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Electric Range
68 - 105 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
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co2
53 - 170 g/km
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
56 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
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Curb weight
1800 - 2510 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Length
4999 mm
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Length
5060 - 5096 mm
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Width
1875 mm
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Width
1900 - 1970 mm
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Height
1472 mm
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Height
1510 - 1515 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1497 - 1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
535 - 570 kg
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Payload
430 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 367 HP
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Torque
340 - 550 Nm
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Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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Is the Audi A6 Avant offered with different drivetrains?
The Audi A6 Avant is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.