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Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs Mercedes EQS comparison
Compare performance (551 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 80,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or Mercedes EQS?
Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs Mercedes EQS: Key differences
A6 e-tron Avant
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A6 e-tron Avant is substantially cheaper – starting at 55,200 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,674 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 204 km more than the Audi A6 e-tron Avant.
EQS
Engine and Performance:
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 EQS offers marginally more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Avant delivers very slightly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.
A6 e-tron Avant
Space and Everyday Use:
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, Audi A6 e-tron Avant is moderately lighter – 2,185 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers moderately more boot space – 610 L compared to 502 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries moderately more – 570 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A6 e-tron Avant holds a slight edge 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.
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Audi A6 e-tron Avant
Audi A6 e-tron Avant
Mercedes EQS
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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 EQS
The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.
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Audi A6 e-tron Avant
Mercedes EQS
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
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Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
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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/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
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Electric Range
810 - 920 km
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,185 - 2,410 kg
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Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
610 L
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Length
4,928 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,923 mm
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Width
1,926 mm
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Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
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Height
-
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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
545 - 570 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
367 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Torque
505 - 800 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
270 - 430 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
2026
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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
Mercedes-Benz
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