Compare performance (489 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (58,000 £ vs 55,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class EQ or Audi A6 e-tron Avant?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A6 e-tron Avant is marginally cheaper – starting at 55,200 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class EQ costs 58,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,796 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes C-Class EQ is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Audi A6 e-tron Avant. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes C-Class EQ offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 753 km, about 37 km more than the Audi A6 e-tron Avant.
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 Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers slightly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 489 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes C-Class EQ takes 4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Avant delivers very slightly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 e-tron Avant is a bit lighter – 2,185 kg compared to 2,460 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers marginally more boot space – 502 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class EQ carries only slightly more – 505 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The Audi A6 e-tron Avant comes out clearly 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 Mercedes C‑Class EQ blends the familiar poise and luxury of the C‑Class with Mercedes' EQ electric ethos, delivering a quietly refined and modern driving experience. Inside, it pairs upscale materials and tech-forward touches with a composed ride that suits both city commuting and longer journeys.
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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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Price
58,000 - 67,600 £
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Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
706 - 753 km
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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co2
0 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
Estate
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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
2,460 kg
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Curb weight
2,185 - 2,410 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 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
1,892 mm
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Width
1,923 mm
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Height
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Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,422 L
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Payload
505 kg
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
489 HP
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Power HP
326 - 551 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 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
800 Nm
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
360 kW
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Audi
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