Compare performance (551 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (55200 £ vs 60200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or BMW i5?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A6 e-tron Avant has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 55200 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4929 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW i5: with 14.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Audi A6 e-tron Avant with 14.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.10 kWh.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs slightly better – achieving up to 716 km, about 89 km more than the BMW i5.
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 i5 has a hardly perceptible 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 i5 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs slight better – reaching 240 km/h, while the BMW i5 tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A6 e-tron Avant pulls slight stronger with 855 Nm compared to 820 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Audi A6 e-tron Avant is slight lighter – 2185 kg compared to 2195 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers hardly perceptible more room – 502 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.
When it comes to payload, BMW i5 slight takes the win – 545 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The Audi A6 e-tron Avant holds a very small edge 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 i5 swaps predictable executive-car manners for a confident electric vibe, marrying refined comfort with surprisingly engaging steering. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t feel dull, offering the kind of clean, premium experience that makes commuting feel like a small indulgence.
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Price
55200 - 100100 £
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Price
60200 - 85300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
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Electric Range
540 - 627 km
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
4
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Curb weight
2185 - 2410 kg
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Curb weight
2195 - 2370 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Length
4928 mm
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Length
5060 mm
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Width
1923 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Height
1504 - 1527 mm
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Height
1505 - 1515 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1422 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
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Payload
525 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction 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
340 - 601 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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The Audi A6 e-tron Avant is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.