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Audi A6 Avant vs Mercedes GLB – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Mercedes GLB?

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

A6 Avant @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes GLB has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £, while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49700 £. That’s a price difference of around 9205 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A6 Avant manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Audi A6 Avant has a a bit edge – offering 367 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A6 Avant pulls evident stronger with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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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, Mercedes GLB is to a small extent lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1865 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers somewhat more room – 570 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 67 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs somewhat better – up to 1805 L, which is about 271 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 Avant slightly takes the win – 570 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A6 Avant shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

from about £49,700
A6 Avant @ Audi AG

Audi A6 Avant

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 94 - 101 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 GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.

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Audi A6 Avant
Mercedes GLB
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Costs and Consumption

Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
40500 - 65300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
146 - 204 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
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.