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Audi A6 Avant vs VW Caddy Compact Van – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

Audi A6 Avant

VW Caddy Compact Van

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Caddy Compact Van has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25800 £, while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49700 £. That’s a price difference of around 23893 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy Compact Van manages with 0.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A6 Avant with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs a bit better – achieving up to 120 km, about 19 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

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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 significantly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 Avant performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 64 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A6 Avant pulls clearly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Audi A6 Avant offers decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is evident lighter – 1442 kg compared to 1865 kg. The difference is around 423 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs clearly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 2166 L more than the Audi A6 Avant.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy Compact Van noticeable takes the win – 759 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 189 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Caddy Compact Van 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.

Audi A6 Avant
VW Caddy Compact Van

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VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 120 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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49700 - 70200 £
Price
25800 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1865 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
1442 - 1818 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4999 mm
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1819 - 1823 mm
Max trunk capacity
1423 - 1534 L
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 3700 L
Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

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

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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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