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Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A6 e-tron Avant or Hyundai IONIQ 5 fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38500 £, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55200 £. That’s a price difference of around 16757 £.

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.80 kWh.

As for range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 716 km, about 146 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

IONIQ 5 @ Hyundai Motor Company

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a to a small extent edge – offering 650 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is a bit 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A6 e-tron Avant pulls barely noticeable stronger with 855 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 85 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, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is slightly lighter – 1955 kg compared to 2185 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

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

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1580 L, which is about 158 L more than the Audi A6 e-tron Avant.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai IONIQ 5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 530 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £38,500
IONIQ 5 @ Hyundai Motor Company

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 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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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Audi A6 e-tron Avant
Hyundai IONIQ 5
A6 e-tron Avant @ Audi AG
IONIQ 5 @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
55200 - 100100 £
Price
38500 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh
Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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
1955 - 2275 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Length
4928 mm
Length
4655 - 4715 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1890 - 1940 mm
Height
1504 - 1527 mm
Height
1585 - 1605 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 L
Max trunk capacity
1540 - 1580 L
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
385 - 530 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
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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.