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Audi A6 Limousine vs VW Transporter Bus comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (47,600 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Limousine or VW Transporter Bus?

Audi A6 Limousine vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences

Audi A6 Limousine

  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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VW Transporter Bus

  • somewhat cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A6 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

VW Transporter Bus is somewhat cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Audi A6 Limousine costs 47,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,093 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A6 Limousine with 2.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Transporter Bus offers considerably more range – reaching up to 324 km, about 219 km more than the Audi A6 Limousine.

Transporter Bus

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 Limousine offers visibly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Limousine is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Limousine delivers noticeably more torque with 580 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 165 Nm more.

A6 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 Limousine is only slightly lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers markedly more boot space – 763 L compared to 492 L. That’s a difference of about 271 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries substantially more – 1,143 kg compared to 625 kg. That’s a difference of about 518 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Bus stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £41,500
Transporter Bus

VW Transporter Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 87 - 324 km
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Audi A6 Limousine

The Audi A6 cuts a clean, purposeful silhouette with an interior that feels like a quiet, high-tech office on wheels—luxurious materials and clever gadgets make long journeys surprisingly pleasant. It balances composed, confident driving with enough flair to keep you entertained, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want executive polish without showing off.

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VW Transporter Bus

The VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
47,600 - 68,100 £
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
97 - 105 km
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
49 - 166 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,845 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 492 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
-
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Height
-
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Payload
535 - 625 kg
Payload
330 - 1,143 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Audi A6 Limousine have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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