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Audi A6 Avant vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 229 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Audi A6 Avant vs Hyundai IONIQ 5: Key differences

Audi A6 Avant

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

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  • slightly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • marginally 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 is slightly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,386 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 469 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

IONIQ 5

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A6 Avant offers clearly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 229 HP. That’s roughly 138 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Avant delivers markedly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Audi A6 Avant is very slightly lighter – 1,865 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers marginally more boot space – 520 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries barely more – 570 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 holds a slight edge 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 £43,300
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 229 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
Audi A6 Avant
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Audi A6 Avant
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
515 - 530 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
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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