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Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs Aiways U5 comparison

Compare performance (551 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 33,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or Aiways U5?

Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs Aiways U5: Key differences

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

3.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Aiways U5

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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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 e-tron Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Aiways U5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,900 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,327 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.6 kWh/100km for the Aiways U5. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers substantially more range – reaching up to 716 km, about 306 km more than the Aiways U5.

U5

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 Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers clearly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 347 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Aiways U5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is visibly faster – reaching 240 km/h, while the Aiways U5 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Avant delivers significantly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 545 Nm more.

A6 e-tron Avant

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 terms of curb weight, Aiways U5 is visibly lighter – 1,720 kg compared to 2,185 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers slightly more boot space – 502 L compared to 432 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Aiways U5 offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,555 L, about 133 L more than the Audi A6 e-tron Avant.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant carries slightly more – 500 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant is clearly superior overall 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.

from £55,200
A6 e-tron Avant

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 326 - 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 539 - 716 km
Audi A6 e-tron Avant
Aiways U5

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Audi A6 e-tron Avant

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant wraps Audi's trademark refinement into a sleek electric estate that looks at home in the city or on the open road. Inside it's grown-up and tech-forward with practical packaging for family life, delivering a composed, confident drive that makes everyday hauling feel a bit more special and slightly futuristic.

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Aiways U5

The U5 stands out in the electric vehicle market with its stylish design and spacious interior, making it an attractive option for families and urban drivers alike. Its smooth performance and impressive range cater to the modern consumer's need for practicality without sacrificing comfort. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, the U5 is poised to make a significant impact on the future of eco-friendly transportation.

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Audi A6 e-tron Avant
Aiways U5

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
Price
33,900 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Electric Range
400 - 410 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
2,185 - 2,410 kg
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,770 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
432 L
Length
4,928 mm
Length
4,680 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,422 L
Max trunk capacity
1,555 L
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
385 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Aiways
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