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

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?

Audi A6 Avant

Mercedes E Class Wagon

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

A6 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

E Class Wagon

Engine and Performance:

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.

A6 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Audi A6 Avant
Mercedes E Class Wagon

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E Class Wagon

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 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 Wagon

The 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.

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Audi A6 Avant
Mercedes E Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
52600 - 121800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1469 - 1497 mm
Max trunk capacity
1497 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1830 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-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
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
213 - 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
G, 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.