Compare performance (551 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or Polestar 3?
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.
Audi A6 e-tron Avant is clearly cheaper – starting at 55,200 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,386 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers marginally more range – reaching up to 716 km, about 69 km more than the Polestar 3.
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 Polestar 3 offers a bit more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.9 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers very slightly more torque with 870 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.
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, Audi A6 e-tron Avant is marginally lighter – 2,185 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers only slightly more boot space – 502 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries markedly more – 645 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.
The Polestar 3 is narrowly ahead 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.
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.
detailsPolestar 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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Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
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Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
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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
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
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Electric Range
601 - 647 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
SUV
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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
2,315 - 2,525 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
484 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
1,935 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
605 - 645 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
333 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 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
480 - 870 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
245 - 500 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
Polestar
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