Compare performance (551 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (55200 £ vs 42400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or Mercedes C Class Wagon?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes C Class Wagon has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12800 £.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs significantly better – achieving up to 716 km, about 604 km more than the Mercedes C Class Wagon.
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 Mercedes C Class Wagon has a slightly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Wagon pulls somewhat stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 165 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, Mercedes C Class Wagon is noticeable lighter – 1755 kg compared to 2185 kg. The difference is around 430 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers minimal more room – 502 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs slight better – up to 1510 L, which is about 88 L more than the Audi A6 e-tron Avant.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Wagon to a small extent takes the win – 565 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
Overall, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.
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Price
55200 - 100100 £
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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
11 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1755 - 2235 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Length
4928 mm
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Width
1923 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Height
1504 - 1527 mm
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1422 L
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
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Payload
440 - 565 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
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1020 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
137 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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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
E, F, G, B, D
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Audi A6 e-tron Avant is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.