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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
55200 - 100100 £
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Price
38500 - 64200 £
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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
15.6 - 21.2 kWh
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
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Electric Range
440 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2185 - 2410 kg
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Curb weight
1955 - 2275 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
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Length
4928 mm
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Length
4655 - 4715 mm
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Width
1923 mm
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Width
1890 - 1940 mm
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Height
1504 - 1527 mm
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Height
1585 - 1605 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1422 L
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Max trunk capacity
1540 - 1580 L
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
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Payload
385 - 530 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
170 - 650 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Torque
350 - 770 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
125 - 478 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
2024 - 2025
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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
Hyundai
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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.