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Audi A6 Avant vs Ford Explorer EV – Which car suits you better?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Audi A6 Avant or Ford Explorer EV?

Audi A6 Avant

Ford Explorer EV

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

A6 Avant @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Explorer EV has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49700 £. That’s a price difference of around 15514 £.

As for range, the Ford Explorer EV performs decisively better – achieving up to 602 km, about 501 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

Explorer EV @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 367 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.30 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 Avant performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ford Explorer EV tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Explorer EV pulls to a small extent stronger with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm difference.

A6 Avant @ Audi AG

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 slight lighter – 1865 kg compared to 1908 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers a bit more room – 503 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A6 Avant performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1534 L, which is about 112 L more than the Ford Explorer EV.

When it comes to payload, Ford Explorer EV barely noticeable takes the win – 585 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Explorer EV proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Explorer EV is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Audi A6 Avant
Ford Explorer EV

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Explorer EV @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 17.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 360 - 602 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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Ford Explorer EV

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The Ford Explorer EV translates the familiar big‑American SUV presence into whisper‑quiet electric motoring, offering roomy seating and a tech‑forward cabin that will please families and road‑trippers alike. It drives with more composure than its boxy looks suggest, blending a comfortable ride and eager acceleration while undercutting the guilt of gas stops — a practical, modern alternative for buyers who want Explorer space with electric charm.

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Audi A6 Avant
Ford Explorer EV
A6 Avant @ Audi AG
Explorer EV @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Costs and Consumption

Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
34200 - 48800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 17.2 kWh
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
360 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
1908 - 2179 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
445 - 450 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4468 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1871 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1630 - 1639 mm
Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1417 - 1422 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
561 - 585 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.