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Audi A6 Avant vs BMW X5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (49700 £ vs 77100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or BMW X5?

Audi A6 Avant

BMW X5

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

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 convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49700 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27343 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A6 Avant manages with 2.30 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BMW X5 performs slight better – achieving up to 105 km, about 4 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

X5

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 X5 has a significantly edge – offering 625 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls distinct stronger with 750 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 200 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, Audi A6 Avant is distinct lighter – 1865 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers evident more room – 650 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs a bit better – up to 1870 L, which is about 336 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 a bit takes the win – 705 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 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.

Audi A6 Avant
BMW X5

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X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12.8 L
  • Electric Range : 105 km

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 X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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Audi A6 Avant
BMW X5

Costs and Consumption

Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
77100 - 143500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
105 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
68 - 289 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4935 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Max trunk capacity
1497 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
565 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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.