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Audi A6 Avant vs Mercedes CLE Coupe – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A6 Avant or Mercedes CLE Coupe fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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 CLE Coupe has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46300 £, while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3376 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLE Coupe manages with 2.20 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Audi A6 Avant with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 113 km, about 12 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

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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 Mercedes CLE Coupe has a noticeable edge – offering 472 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLE Coupe pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 560 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Audi A6 Avant offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is slight lighter – 1790 kg compared to 1865 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers to a small extent more room – 503 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 Avant slightly takes the win – 570 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLE Coupe shows itself to be wins solidly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 9.4 L
  • Electric Range : 113 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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Mercedes CLE Coupe

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The Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe elegantly combines the sophistication of classic design with contemporary innovation, offering drivers a uniquely refined experience. Its streamlined silhouette and luxurious interior are complemented by cutting-edge technology, ensuring both comfort and connectivity on every journey. This model exemplifies the harmonious blend of performance and style, making it a standout choice in the realm of luxury vehicles.

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Audi A6 Avant
Mercedes CLE Coupe
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Costs and Consumption

Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
46300 - 104000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
49 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
1790 - 2175 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4850 - 4853 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1861 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1422 - 1434 mm
Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
405 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.