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Audi A6 Avant vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Tesla Model Y?

Audi A6 Avant vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Audi A6 Avant

  • marginally lighter

Tesla Model Y

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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A6 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Tesla Model Y is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,437 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 556 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers noticeably more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A6 Avant is a bit faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers a bit more torque with 660 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 Avant is marginally lighter – 1,865 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 88 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more boot space – 822 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 319 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers noticeably more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 604 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries somewhat more – 570 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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.

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Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Audi A6 Avant
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Audi A6 Avant
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,865 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4,999 mm
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
1,472 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,497 - 1,534 L
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Tesla
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