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Audi A6 Avant vs Subaru Outback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (49700 £ vs 37200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Subaru Outback?

Audi A6 Avant

Subaru Outback

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.

Subaru Outback has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £, while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49700 £. That’s a price difference of around 12480 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A6 Avant manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 6.30 L per 100 km.

Outback @ Subaru Corporation

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 Audi A6 Avant has a convincingly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 5.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 Avant performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru Outback tops out at 193 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A6 Avant pulls decisively stronger with 550 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 298 Nm difference.

A6 Avant @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, Subaru Outback is a bit lighter – 1643 kg compared to 1865 kg. The difference is around 222 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru Outback offers slightly more room – 561 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Outback performs slightly better – up to 1822 L, which is about 288 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 Avant slight takes the win – 570 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 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
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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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
37200 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 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
1643 - 1676 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4870 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
193 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
2498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Subaru

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