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Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs BMW i4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (551 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (55200 £ vs 49400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or BMW i4?

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

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BMW i4

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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.

BMW i4 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49400 £, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55200 £. That’s a price difference of around 5871 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW i4: with 14.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Audi A6 e-tron Avant with 14.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.10 kWh.

As for range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs somewhat better – achieving up to 716 km, about 103 km more than the BMW i4.

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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 i4 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 601 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs barely noticeable better – reaching 240 km/h, while the BMW i4 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A6 e-tron Avant pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 855 Nm compared to 795 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, BMW i4 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2070 kg compared to 2185 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers slight more room – 502 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1422 L, which is about 132 L more than the BMW i4.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 e-tron Avant barely noticeable takes the win – 500 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant proves to be shows small but notable strengths and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A6 e-tron Avant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £55,200
A6 e-tron Avant @ Audi AG

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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Audi A6 e-tron Avant

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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 i4

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The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
55200 - 100100 £
Price
49400 - 62500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
67.1 - 81.3 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2185 - 2410 kg
Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4928 mm
Length
4783 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1504 - 1527 mm
Height
1448 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 L
Max trunk capacity
1290 L
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
445 - 480 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 225 km/h
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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.

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