Compare performance (367 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (49700 £ vs 52600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Mercedes E Class Wagon?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A6 Avant has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49700 £ , while the Mercedes E Class Wagon costs 52600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2918 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class Wagon manages with 1.70 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Audi A6 Avant with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class Wagon performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 109 km, about 8 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.
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 Mercedes E Class Wagon has a clearly perceptible 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 Wagon is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class Wagon pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi A6 Avant is barely noticeable lighter – 1865 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers to a small extent more room – 615 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 112 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes E Class Wagon performs to a small extent better – up to 1830 L, which is about 296 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class Wagon somewhat takes the win – 645 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The Mercedes E Class Wagon is far ahead overall 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 E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
49700 - 70200 £
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Price
52600 - 121800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 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
97 - 109 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
44 - 181 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
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
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Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
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Trunk capacity
460 - 615 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
1469 - 1497 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1497 - 1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1830 L
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Payload
535 - 570 kg
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Payload
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-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
4.1 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
213 - 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
G, 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.