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.
Audi A6 Avant has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49700 £, while the BMW iX costs 71600 £. That’s a price difference of around 21857 £.
As for range, the BMW iX performs significantly better – achieving up to 701 km, about 600 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.
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 BMW iX has a decisively edge – offering 659 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX pulls clearly stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 465 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Audi A6 Avant is evident lighter – 1865 kg compared to 2525 kg. The difference is around 660 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers slight more room – 503 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX performs to a small extent better – up to 1750 L, which is about 216 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.
When it comes to payload, BMW iX slight takes the win – 575 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The BMW iX proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW iX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
49700 - 70200 £
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Price
71600 - 107100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh
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Electric Range
94 - 101 km
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Electric Range
600 - 701 km
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Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
96 - 109.6 kWh
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co2
53 - 170 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
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Curb weight
2525 - 2655 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
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Trunk capacity
500 L
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Length
4999 mm
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Length
4965 mm
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Width
1875 mm
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Width
1970 mm
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Height
1472 mm
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Height
1688 - 1695 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
1750 L
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Payload
535 - 570 kg
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Payload
505 - 575 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 367 HP
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Power HP
408 - 659 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
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Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
340 - 550 Nm
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Torque
700 - 1015 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
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Power kW
300 - 485 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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The Audi A6 Avant is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.