Audi RS4 Avant vs BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

Audi RS4 Avant

Wagon · Gasoline · AWD

BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

Wagon · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi RS4 Avant

The Audi RS4 Avant blends wagon practicality with serious performance, pairing 450 hp and AWD with a 505 L cargo bay for confident family use and road trips. It commands a premium and uses more fuel, but its acceleration and traction clearly stand out.

5 seatsWagonGasoline5-star safety450 hpAWD

Car B

BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

A rapid, premium wagon that blends five-seat practicality with strong horsepower and a 4.3 s 0–100 km/h, suiting growing families and road trips. Front-wheel drive and the premium price temper appeal for buyers seeking all-weather traction or low-cost entry.

5 seatsWagonGasoline5-star safety8.1 L/100km

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Usage fit

Family 72 / 72

City 18 / 36

Budget / value 40 / 51

Road trip 69 / 56

Performance 40 / 31

Cargo 38 / 38

Practical 51 / 54

Premium 67 / 56

Winter 76 / 32

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi RS4 Avant · Orange = BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi RS4 Avant BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

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Pros & cons

Audi RS4 Avant

450 hp and 0–100 km/h in 4.1 s for true performance
AWD traction adds confidence in winter and mixed weather
Wagon usability with 505 L trunk and seating for five
600 Nm torque makes effortless motorway overtakes on road trips
Combined consumption of 10.7 L/100 km raises running costs
Premium price of 74,900 limits affordability
Less ideal for frequent stop‑start city driving
Cargo‑heavy users may outgrow the 505 L boot

BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

Very quick 0–100 km/h in 4.3 s for confident passing and merging
500 L cargo space and wagon shape handle family gear and road trips
Five seats with everyday practicality for growing families
Efficient for its class at 8.1 L/100 km given the performance
Front-wheel drive may limit winter traction versus AWD alternatives
Premium pricing around 61,000 won’t suit tight budgets
Not aimed at track use or hardcore performance driving
Wagon ride height won’t satisfy those wanting an SUV’s high seating

Verdict

Pick Audi RS4 Avant if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi RS4 Avant is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick BMW 3 Series Touring M340i if…

Performance & capability

BMW 3 Series Touring M340i is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi RS4 Avant

BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

Verdict

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