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Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs BYD Atto 3 – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Audi A6 e-tron Avant meets BYD Atto 3.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

A6 e-tron Avant @ Audi AG

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.

BYD Atto 3 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33400 £, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55200 £. That’s a price difference of around 21822 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Audi A6 e-tron Avant: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the BYD Atto 3 with 16 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs decisively better – achieving up to 716 km, about 296 km more than the BYD Atto 3.

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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 Audi A6 e-tron Avant has a clearly edge – offering 551 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 347 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the BYD Atto 3 takes 7.30 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs noticeable better – reaching 240 km/h, while the BYD Atto 3 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A6 e-tron Avant pulls convincingly stronger with 855 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 545 Nm difference.

A6 e-tron Avant @ Audi AG

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 curb weight, BYD Atto 3 is to a small extent lighter – 1825 kg compared to 2185 kg. The difference is around 360 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers to a small extent more room – 502 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs slight better – up to 1422 L, which is about 84 L more than the BYD Atto 3.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 e-tron Avant noticeable takes the win – 500 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant proves to be wins the duel decisively 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

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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BYD Atto 3

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The BYD Atto 3 mixes quirky crossover styling with a cleverly packaged interior that feels more premium than its price suggests. Easy to drive, surprisingly practical and loaded with user-friendly tech, it's a strong choice for buyers who want an EV that's fun without being fussy.

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Audi A6 e-tron Avant
BYD Atto 3
A6 e-tron Avant @ Audi AG
Atto 3 @ BYD Auto / BYD Global Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
55200 - 100100 £
Price
33400 - 35100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16 kWh
Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Electric Range
420 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
2185 - 2410 kg
Curb weight
1825 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
4928 mm
Length
4455 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1504 - 1527 mm
Height
1615 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 L
Max trunk capacity
1338 L
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
335 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
7.30 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
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BYD
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.