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Audi A6 Avant vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

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?

Audi A6 Avant

Mercedes E Class

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.

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.

E 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 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.

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Audi A6 Avant
Mercedes E Class

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E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 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 E Class

The 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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Audi A6 Avant
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
1497 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.