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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Audi A6 e-tron Avant comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 55,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Audi A6 e-tron Avant?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Audi A6 e-tron Avant: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • somewhat more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Audi A6 e-tron Avant

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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

8 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A6 e-tron Avant is significantly cheaper – starting at 55,200 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,186 £.

A6 e-tron Avant

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Convertible offers somewhat more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is very slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Avant delivers slightly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm more.

8 Series Convertible

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: Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Convertible is moderately lighter – 1,915 kg compared to 2,185 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers markedly more boot space – 502 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant carries somewhat more – 500 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant 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.

from £55,200
A6 e-tron Avant

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 326 - 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 539 - 716 km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
Audi A6 e-tron Avant

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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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Audi A6 e-tron Avant

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant wraps Audi's trademark refinement into a sleek electric estate that looks at home in the city or on the open road. Inside it's grown-up and tech-forward with practical packaging for family life, delivering a composed, confident drive that makes everyday hauling feel a bit more special and slightly futuristic.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible
Audi A6 e-tron Avant

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
2,185 - 2,410 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
502 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
4,928 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,422 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
470 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Audi
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