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Audi A6 Avant vs Hyundai IONIQ 6 comparison

Compare performance (381 HP vs 650 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 39,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Hyundai IONIQ 6?

Audi A6 Avant vs Hyundai IONIQ 6: Key differences

Audi A6 Avant

  • only slightly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 is visibly cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,672 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is marginally more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 14.5 kWh/100km for the Audi A6 Avant. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 Avant offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 724 km, about 44 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 6.

IONIQ 6

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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers substantially more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 381 HP. That’s roughly 269 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers visibly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 190 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, Audi A6 Avant is very slightly lighter – 1,865 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 27 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers noticeably more boot space – 503 L compared to 401 L. That’s a difference of about 102 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 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.

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IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
Audi A6 Avant
Hyundai IONIQ 6

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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 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Audi A6 Avant
Hyundai IONIQ 6

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 14.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
94 - 724 km
Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,865 - 2,260 kg
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,875 - 1,923 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
500 - 570 kg
Payload
386 - 438 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 381 HP
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 280 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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