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Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs BMW 5 Series Saloon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (551 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (55200 £ vs 50800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or BMW 5 Series Saloon?

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

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

A6 e-tron Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW 5 Series Saloon has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50800 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4414 £.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs decisively better – achieving up to 716 km, about 611 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

5 Series Saloon

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 BMW 5 Series Saloon has a distinct edge – offering 727 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 5 Series Saloon performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Saloon pulls somewhat stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm difference.

A6 e-tron Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is noticeable lighter – 1800 kg compared to 2185 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers minimal more room – 520 L compared to 502 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Saloon somewhat takes the win – 600 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Audi A6 e-tron Avant
BMW 5 Series Saloon

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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
  • Electric Range : 539 - 716 km

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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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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Audi A6 e-tron Avant
BMW 5 Series Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
55200 - 100100 £
Price
50800 - 123800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Electric Range
68 - 105 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
48 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2185 - 2410 kg
Curb weight
1800 - 2510 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Length
4928 mm
Length
5060 - 5096 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1900 - 1970 mm
Height
1504 - 1527 mm
Height
1510 - 1515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
430 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Audi A6 e-tron Avant have?

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.