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Audi A6 Avant vs BMW iX1 comparison

Compare performance (381 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 42,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or BMW iX1?

Audi A6 Avant vs BMW iX1: Key differences

Audi A6 Avant

  • moderately more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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BMW iX1

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • barely more efficient
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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

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 iX1 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 42,300 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,372 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX1 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 14.5 kWh/100km for the Audi A6 Avant. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 Avant offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 724 km, about 210 km more than the BMW iX1.

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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 A6 Avant offers moderately more power – delivering 381 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the BMW iX1 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Avant delivers moderately more torque with 580 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 86 Nm more.

A6 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 Avant is very slightly lighter – 1,865 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers barely more boot space – 503 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries moderately more – 570 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 Avant is far ahead 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.

from £49,700
A6 Avant

Audi A6 Avant

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 381 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.5 - 14.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 94 - 724 km
Audi A6 Avant
BMW iX1

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Dimensions and Body

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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 iX1

The BMW iX1 is a compact electric crossover that blends BMW's characteristic driving dynamics with a practical, premium interior, making it a strong choice for buyers who want an upscale daily driver with electric efficiency. It delivers composed handling for city and motorway use, while its clean, modern styling and intuitive tech give the cabin an inviting, contemporary feel.

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Audi A6 Avant
BMW iX1

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 14.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
94 - 724 km
Electric Range
466 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 170 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,865 - 2,260 kg
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,875 - 1,923 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
500 - 570 kg
Payload
495 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 381 HP
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 280 kW
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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