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Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs Polestar 3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (551 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (55200 £ vs 67400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or Polestar 3?

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A6 e-tron Avant has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 55200 £, while the Polestar 3 costs 67400 £. That’s a price difference of around 12120 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Audi A6 e-tron Avant: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Polestar 3 with 17.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.80 kWh.

As for range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 716 km, about 10 km more than the Polestar 3.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Audi A6 e-tron Avant has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 551 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs slightly better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Polestar 3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 3 pulls minimal stronger with 910 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Audi A6 e-tron Avant is a bit lighter – 2185 kg compared to 2575 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers barely noticeable more room – 502 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant performs barely noticeable better – up to 1422 L, which is about 11 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, Audi A6 e-tron Avant minimal takes the win – 500 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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

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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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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Polestar 3

Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
55200 - 100100 £
Price
67400 - 79000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh
Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2185 - 2410 kg
Curb weight
2575 - 2584 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4928 mm
Length
4900 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1935 mm
Height
1504 - 1527 mm
Height
1614 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 L
Max trunk capacity
1411 L
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Polestar
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.

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