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Audi A6 Avant vs Dacia Duster comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Dacia Duster?

Audi A6 Avant vs Dacia Duster: Key differences

Audi A6 Avant

  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Dacia Duster

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Dacia Duster is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Avant uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Duster

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 clearly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 209 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.4 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Avant delivers considerably more torque with 580 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 350 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, Dacia Duster is noticeably lighter – 1,377 kg compared to 1,865 kg. The difference is around 488 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Dacia Duster offers only slightly more boot space – 517 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 117 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 Avant is clearly superior 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 Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 94 - 101 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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Dacia Duster

The Dacia Duster is a straightforward, budget-friendly SUV that prioritizes practicality and value over flashy features. Its rugged styling and simple, roomy interior make it a sensible choice for buyers who want capable everyday transport without paying for extras they won’t use.

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4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Dave
11 May 2026, 00:08:47

As a previous owner of a manual 1998 Suzuki Vitara (two door), I was thrilled when the Duster was announced. The Bigster seems like a safer (and less adventurous) alternative to the Duster.

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Buh
14 Dec 2025, 22:40:05

I find the difference between the two very minimal.
And for almost €20k more 💶 I would absolutely not choose the Tiguan.

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Dacia Duster

Costs and Consumption
Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Price
16,300 - 24,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
107 - 140 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 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,377 - 1,559 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
402 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Dacia
Is the Audi A6 Avant offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A6 Avant is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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