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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Audi A6 e-tron Sportback comparison
Compare performance (727 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 53,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Audi A6 e-tron Sportback?
BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Audi A6 e-tron Sportback: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
5 Series Saloon
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.
BMW 5 Series Saloon is marginally cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,400 £.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers substantially more range – reaching up to 754 km, about 649 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.
A6 e-tron Sportback
Engine and Performance:
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 BMW 5 Series Saloon offers visibly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers moderately more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm more.
5 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
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, BMW 5 Series Saloon is markedly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers marginally more boot space – 520 L compared to 502 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries somewhat more – 600 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
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.
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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
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BMW 5 Series Saloon
The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.
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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
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.
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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
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Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
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Electric Range
572 - 754 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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co2
48 - 152 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
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
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Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,928 mm
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Width
1,923 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
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Payload
425 - 600 kg
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic 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
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
326 - 551 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Audi
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