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Audi A6 Avant vs Volvo XC60 – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Audi A6 Avant meets Volvo XC60.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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.

Volvo XC60 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49200 £, while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49700 £. That’s a price difference of around 523 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A6 Avant manages with 2.30 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi A6 Avant performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 101 km, about 19 km more than the Volvo XC60.

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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 Volvo XC60 has a slightly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 Avant performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls distinct stronger with 709 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm difference.

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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 1900 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers hardly perceptible more room – 503 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs slight better – up to 1543 L, which is about 9 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 Avant barely noticeable takes the win – 570 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A6 Avant proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A6 Avant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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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Volvo XC60

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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 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
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

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