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Audi S6 Avant e-tron vs Tesla Model Y (2022-2025)
Selected trimStandard394 mi · 100 kWh · £94,925
Selected trimLong Range Dual Motor · 2022-25Change trim331 mi · 78.1 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi S6 Avant e-tron leads on value for money and motorway range, while the Tesla Model Y leads on charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi S6 Avant e-tron if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
Choose the Tesla Model Y (2022-2025) if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi S6 Avant e-tron edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueAudi
Audi
5.9
Tesla
0
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
7.9
Tesla
5.9
Family
Audi
7.8
Tesla
7.7
Too close to call
ChargingTesla
Audi
4.7
Tesla
7.8
Cost Per Mile
Audi
4.5
Tesla
4.5
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi S6 Avant e-tronBase | Tesla Model YLong Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £94,925 | Not available |
| Official range | 394 miles (better) | 331 miles |
| Boot space | 502 L | 854 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 21 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 3.9 sec (better) | 5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi S6 Avant e-tron
Tesla Model Y
Length
Audi S6 Avant e-tron4,928mm
Tesla Model Y4,751mm-177mm
Width
Audi S6 Avant e-tron1,923mm
Tesla Model Y1,921mm-2mm
Height
Audi S6 Avant e-tron1,504mm-120mm
Tesla Model Y1,624mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi S6 Avant e-tronBase | Tesla Model YLong Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,928 mm | 4,751 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,923 mm | 1,921 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,129 mm |
| Height | 1,504 mm | 1,624 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.3 m | 12.1 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 477 mm spare | 479 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi S6 Avant e-tronBase | Tesla Model YLong Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 502 L | 854 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1422 L | 2118 L (better) |
| Frunk | 27 L | 117 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,600 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi S6 Avant e-tron
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Tesla Model Y
- 3rd-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 854 L.
- A 117 L frunk, one of 7 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 117 L or more.
- Peak DC charging of 250 kW, faster than 80% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi S6 Avant e-tron Base |  Tesla Model Y Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.93m | 4.75m-177mm |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.92m-2mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.13m |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.62m+120mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.95m | 2.89m-61mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 172mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 502L | 854L* (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1422L | 2118L (better) |
| Frunk | 27L | 117L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.3m | 12.1m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,410kg | 1,979kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,600kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh (better) | 78.1kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 394 mi (better) | 331 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 270kW (better) | 250kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £94,925 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Estate | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2022–2025 |
* Tesla Model Y: Tesla quotes 854 L behind the rear seats, measured to the roof including the under-floor well (971 L with the 117 L front trunk). Not directly comparable to VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model Y: Manufacturer does not publish battery capacity; figure verified from multiple independent sources.
* Tesla Model Y: WLTP as quoted by Tesla UK for 2022-2025 cars.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi S6 Avant e-tronBase | Tesla Model YLong Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 394 miles (better) | 331 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 328 miles (better) | 247 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 21 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 270 kW (better) | 250 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 157 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 100 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi S6 Avant e-tronBase | Tesla Model YLong Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 3.9 sec (better) | 5 sec |
| Power | 405 kW | Not available |
| Torque | 580 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Audi S6 Avant e-tron
Base
Tesla Model Y
Long Range Dual Motor
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi S6 Avant e-tron Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant91%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model Y Long Range Dual Motor
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist98%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi S6 Avant e-tronBase | Tesla Model YLong Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 193,121 km |
Buying options
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Audi S6 Avant e-tron
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Tesla Model Y
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi S6 Avant e-tron
No active listings.
Tesla Model Y
- £23,5002023EVHEROView
- £22,9002022EVHEROView
- £25,0822023Car360View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Audi S6 Avant e-tron and Tesla Model Y like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 328 miles for the Audi S6 Avant e-tron and 247 miles for the Tesla Model Y - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi S6 Avant e-tron goes roughly 81 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi S6 Avant e-tron or the Tesla Model Y?
The two are within 2 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 479 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model Y and about 477 mm of total clearance for the Audi S6 Avant e-tron.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi S6 Avant e-tron or the Tesla Model Y?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi S6 Avant e-tron and 84% for the Tesla Model Y. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .