Compare performance (551 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or Mercedes C Class Sedan?
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.
Mercedes C Class Sedan is noticeably cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,917 £.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers clearly more range – reaching up to 716 km, about 599 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.
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 Mercedes C Class Sedan offers somewhat more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is barely faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers slightly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 165 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class Sedan is visibly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,185 kg. The difference is around 490 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers very slightly more boot space – 502 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries a bit more – 570 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The Audi A6 e-tron Avant is far ahead overall 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 Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.
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Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
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Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
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Electric Range
11 - 117 km
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
41 - 205 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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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
2,185 - 2,410 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,195 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
315 - 455 L
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Length
4,928 mm
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Length
4,751 mm
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Width
1,923 mm
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
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Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
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Height
1,438 mm
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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
480 - 570 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
Automatic 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
183 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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