Compare performance (551 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or Ford Explorer EV?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Explorer EV is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,042 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Audi A6 e-tron Avant. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers slightly more range – reaching up to 716 km, about 114 km more than the Ford Explorer EV.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers clearly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Avant delivers visibly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 176 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is very slightly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,185 kg. The difference is around 189 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers very slightly more boot space – 502 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries somewhat more – 585 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 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 Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.
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Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
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Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
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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/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
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Electric Range
417 - 602 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
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
SUV
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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
1,996 - 2,209 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
472 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
1,872 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
531 - 585 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
190 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 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
350 - 679 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
140 - 250 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
2026
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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
Ford
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