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Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs Mercedes E Class – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Audi A6 e-tron Avant meets Mercedes E Class.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes E Class has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55200 £. That’s a price difference of around 4752 £.

As for range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs decisively better – achieving up to 716 km, about 600 km more than the Mercedes E Class.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes E Class has a barely noticeable edge – offering 585 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs hardly perceptible better – 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: Audi A6 e-tron Avant pulls somewhat stronger with 855 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm difference.

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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, Mercedes E Class is distinct lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2185 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers slight more room – 540 L compared to 502 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class evident takes the win – 640 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A6 e-tron Avant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £55,200
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Audi A6 e-tron Avant

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 326 - 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 539 - 716 km
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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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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon epitomises sophistication and innovation, offering a seamless blend of elegant design and cutting-edge technology. Its refined interior ensures exceptional comfort, making every journey a luxurious experience. The driving dynamics are impressively balanced, providing both agility and smoothness, perfect for both city driving and long-distance cruising.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55200 - 100100 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2185 - 2410 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4928 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1504 - 1527 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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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.