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Tesla Model S vs Audi A6 e-tron Avant comparison

Compare performance (1,020 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (94,300 £ vs 55,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model S or Audi A6 e-tron Avant?

Tesla Model S vs Audi A6 e-tron Avant: Key differences

Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Audi A6 e-tron Avant

3.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Model S

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.

Audi A6 e-tron Avant is substantially cheaper – starting at 55,200 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,035 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is somewhat more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the Tesla Model S. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 28 km more than the Audi A6 e-tron Avant.

A6 e-tron Avant

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 Tesla Model S offers significantly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 469 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant takes 3.9 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model S is noticeably faster – reaching 322 km/h, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 82 km/h.

Model S

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, Tesla Model S is only slightly lighter – 2,092 kg compared to 2,185 kg. The difference is around 93 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more boot space – 799 L compared to 502 L. That’s a difference of about 297 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model S offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,828 L, about 406 L more than the Audi A6 e-tron Avant.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant carries moderately more – 500 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S 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 £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 744 km
Tesla Model S
Audi A6 e-tron Avant

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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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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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Tesla Model S
Audi A6 e-tron Avant

Costs and Consumption

Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Curb weight
2,185 - 2,410 kg
Trunk capacity
799 L
Trunk capacity
502 L
Length
5,021 mm
Length
4,928 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Max trunk capacity
1,422 L
Payload
432 - 442 kg
Payload
470 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Audi
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