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Audi A6 Avant vs BMW iX3 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A6 Avant or BMW iX3 fits your lifestyle better.

Audi A6 Avant

BMW iX3

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

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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 somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49700 £, while the BMW iX3 costs 59100 £. That’s a price difference of around 9343 £.

As for range, the BMW iX3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 805 km, about 704 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

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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 iX3 has a evident edge – offering 469 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 Avant performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BMW iX3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX3 pulls a bit stronger with 645 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm difference.

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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, Audi A6 Avant is evident lighter – 1865 kg compared to 2360 kg. The difference is around 495 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW iX3 offers hardly perceptible more room – 520 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX3 performs somewhat better – up to 1750 L, which is about 216 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 Avant slightly takes the win – 570 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW iX3 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Audi A6 Avant
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BMW iX3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 469 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.10 kWh
  • Electric Range : 805 km
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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 iX3

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The BMW iX3 brings BMW's familiar SUV poise into the electric era, blending restrained styling and a comfortable, composed ride that will please traditionalists dipping their toes into electrification. It's quiet, practical and rather grown-up about going electric — a sensible choice for buyers who want BMW driving manners without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
59100 - 64600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
805 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
108.70 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
2360 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4782 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1895 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
469 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
645 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
345 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
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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.

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