Compare performance (551 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or BMW 3 Series Saloon?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,300 £.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers substantially more range – reaching up to 716 km, about 615 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
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 very slightly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Avant delivers somewhat more torque with 855 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is noticeably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,185 kg. The difference is around 610 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers marginally more boot space – 502 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 22 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant carries very slightly more – 500 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The Audi A6 e-tron Avant is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,185 - 2,410 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Length
4,928 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,923 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,422 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
326 - 551 HP
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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