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Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (551 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (69,800 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or MG MG5?

Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs MG MG5: Key differences

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

3.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A6 e-tron Avant

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.

MG MG5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 69,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,394 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is somewhat more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the MG MG5. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers considerably more range – reaching up to 671 km, about 271 km more than the MG MG5.

MG5

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 Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers considerably more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is markedly faster – reaching 240 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Avant delivers substantially more torque with 855 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 575 Nm more.

A6 e-tron Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG5 is noticeably lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,185 kg. The difference is around 623 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers barely more boot space – 502 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,422 L, about 55 L more than the MG MG5.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant carries marginally more – 500 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant is clearly superior 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.

from £69,800
A6 e-tron Avant

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 15.9 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 539 - 671 km
Audi A6 e-tron Avant
MG MG5

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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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MG MG5

The MG5 is a surprisingly practical and stylish estate that gives family buyers a sensible, down-to-earth alternative to bland crossovers. As an electric wagon it blends everyday usability with low running costs and a cheeky dash of character, making it an easy pick if you value space and thrift over badge snobbery.

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Audi A6 e-tron Avant
MG MG5

Costs and Consumption

Price
69,800 - 100,100 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
539 - 671 km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,185 - 2,410 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
4,928 mm
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,422 L
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
MG
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