Audi S4 Avant vs BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

Audi S4 Avant

Wagon · Gasoline · AWD

BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

Wagon · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi S4 Avant

The Audi S4 Avant mixes wagon practicality with strong V6 AWD performance for confident family and road‑trip duty. Its strengths lean toward all‑round pace and traction rather than tight city or track‑focused driving.

5 seatsWagonGasoline5-star safetyAWD

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/100km387 hp

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Usage fit

Family 72 / 72

City 24 / 36

Budget / value 51 / 51

Road trip 69 / 56

Performance 36 / 31

Cargo 38 / 38

Practical 54 / 54

Premium 61 / 56

Winter 76 / 32

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi S4 Avant · Orange = BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi S4 Avant BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

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Pros & cons

Audi S4 Avant

Wagon utility with 505 L of cargo space and seating for five suits growing families.
349 hp V6 and 0–100 km/h in 4.4 s deliver effortless passing and highway merging.
AWD adds confident traction for winter weather and long‑distance travel.
Balances performance and practicality at 60,000 for good value in its segment.
Primarily city driving is better served by smaller, more maneuverable and efficient cars.
If you want a track‑focused performance car, this is better matched to balanced daily use.
No hybrid or electric driving capability if you want zero‑emission commuting.
Combined consumption of 8.5 may feel high if most trips are short, stop‑and‑go.

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 S4 Avant if…

Lower entry price

Audi S4 Avant starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick BMW 3 Series Touring M340i if…

More power

BMW 3 Series Touring M340i puts out 387 hp vs 349 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi S4 Avant

BMW 3 Series Touring M340i

Verdict

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