Compare performance (551 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (53,800 £ vs 41,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or Mercedes Sprinter Bus?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes Sprinter Bus is visibly cheaper – starting at 41,400 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,445 £.
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 significantly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 361 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is clearly faster – reaching 240 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus tops out at 159 km/h. The difference is around 81 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback delivers significantly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 405 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is marginally lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 181 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries considerably more – 1,144 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 644 kg.
The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is decisively 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 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 Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
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Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 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
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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
244 - 322 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
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Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
4,928 mm
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Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
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Width
1,923 mm
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Width
1,993 mm
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Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
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Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
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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
814 - 1,144 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, 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
114 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Torque
300 - 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
84 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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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
G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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