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Audi A6 Avant vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Mercedes A Class?

Audi A6 Avant vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

Audi A6 Avant

  • somewhat more electric range
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class

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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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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.

Mercedes A Class is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,146 £.

Both cars consume an average of 2.3 L/100km – no difference here.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 Avant offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 101 km, about 16 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

A Class

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes A Class offers somewhat more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Avant delivers slightly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 80 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, Mercedes A Class is visibly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,865 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers markedly more boot space – 503 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 153 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries slightly more – 570 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 Avant has only a minor advantage 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
Audi A6 Avant
Mercedes A Class

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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Mercedes A Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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Audi A6 Avant
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
53 - 205 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 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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