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Audi A6 Avant vs Volvo XC90 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A6 Avant or Volvo XC90 fits your lifestyle better.

Audi A6 Avant

Volvo XC90

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

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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.

Audi A6 Avant has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49700 £, while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £. That’s a price difference of around 20048 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A6 Avant manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.50 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi A6 Avant performs noticeable better – achieving up to 101 km, about 30 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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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 Volvo XC90 has a to a small extent 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 a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 Avant performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls noticeable 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?

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Audi A6 Avant is to a small extent lighter – 1865 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers noticeable more room – 503 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs somewhat better – up to 1856 L, which is about 322 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 somewhat takes the win – 710 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A6 Avant shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

Audi A6 Avant
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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 XC90

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The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
69800 - 84600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
71 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
79 - 191 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
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Length
4999 mm
Length
4953 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1923 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1771 mm
Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
653 - 710 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
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
360 - 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
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Audi
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Volvo

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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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