Compare performance (367 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (49700 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Mercedes E Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A6 Avant has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49700 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 776 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi A6 Avant with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class performs slightly better – achieving up to 116 km, about 15 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.
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 E Class has a distinct edge – offering 585 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls distinct stronger with 750 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
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, Mercedes E Class is slight lighter – 1810 kg compared to 1865 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers minimal more room – 540 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class slightly takes the win – 640 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The Mercedes E Class holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
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Price
49700 - 70200 £
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
94 - 101 km
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
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co2
53 - 170 g/km
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
56 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Length
4999 mm
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Length
4949 - 4959 mm
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Width
1875 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Height
1472 mm
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Height
1468 - 1480 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1497 - 1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
535 - 570 kg
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 367 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
340 - 550 Nm
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Audi A6 Avant is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.