Compare performance (381 HP vs 748 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 116,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or BMW XM?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A6 Avant is considerably cheaper – starting at 49,700 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,428 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Avant uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 Avant offers considerably more range – reaching up to 724 km, about 644 km more than the BMW XM.
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 XM offers considerably more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 381 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers considerably more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 Avant is clearly lighter – 1,865 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 830 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers very slightly more boot space – 527 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries marginally more – 570 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The Audi A6 Avant holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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 XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
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Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 14.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
94 - 724 km
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 170 g/km
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,865 - 2,260 kg
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Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,875 - 1,923 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
500 - 570 kg
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Payload
505 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 381 HP
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Power HP
476 - 748 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
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
150 - 280 kW
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Power kW
350 - 550 kW
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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