Compare performance (551 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (53,800 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or Mercedes E Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes E Class is very slightly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,338 £.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers clearly more range – reaching up to 754 km, about 638 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
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 E Class offers barely 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 Sportback is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback delivers slightly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E Class is visibly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers only slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 502 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries markedly more – 640 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 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 E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
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Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 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
101 - 116 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
39 - 172 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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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
2,175 - 2,400 kg
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Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 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
1,880 mm
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Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
Automatic 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
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 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
320 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 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
E, F, B, D
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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