Compare performance (551 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (53,800 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or Mercedes B Class?
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 B Class is considerably cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,699 £.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers significantly more range – reaching up to 754 km, about 671 km more than the Mercedes B Class.
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 Sportback offers clearly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is barely faster – reaching 240 km/h, while the Mercedes B Class tops out at 223 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback delivers substantially more torque with 855 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 405 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, Mercedes B Class is substantially lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 770 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers marginally more boot space – 502 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,440 L, about 110 L more than the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries marginally more – 550 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is far ahead 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.
The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback wraps futuristic electric technology in elegant, coupe-like proportions, so you arrive looking sharp without shouting for attention. Inside, refined materials and a calm, driver-focused layout make it a convincing choice for buyers who want quiet, effortless performance with a dash of everyday practicality — the kind of car that raises eyebrows without saying a word.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
572 - 754 km
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Electric Range
83 km
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
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Curb weight
1,405 - 1,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
4,928 mm
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Length
4,419 mm
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Width
1,923 mm
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Width
1,796 mm
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Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
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Height
1,562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
326 - 551 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
223 km/h
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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