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Audi A6 Avant vs Tesla Model Y – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A6 Avant or Tesla Model Y fits your lifestyle better.

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

A6 Avant @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Tesla Model Y has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49700 £. That’s a price difference of around 15437 £.

As for range, the Tesla Model Y performs significantly better – achieving up to 622 km, about 521 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

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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 Tesla Model Y has a convincingly edge – offering 627 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.70 s. That’s about 1.20 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 slightly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 493 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm difference.

A6 Avant @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi A6 Avant is minimal lighter – 1865 kg compared to 1976 kg. The difference is around 111 kg.

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

In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y performs noticeable better – up to 2138 L, which is about 604 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 Avant to a small extent takes the win – 570 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Tesla Model Y shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

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Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 627 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 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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Tesla Model Y

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
34300 - 53100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 85 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
1976 - 2108 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4790 - 4797 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1921 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1611 - 1624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
2022 - 2138 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
440 - 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 - 627 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 - 250 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
420 - 493 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
220 - 461 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Tesla

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Is the Audi A6 Avant offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A6 Avant is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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