USA EV Comparison: BMW i7 eDrive50 vs Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance

Both vehicles are currently in production. The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) has a starting price of $105700, while the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.

The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is a Sedan, whereas the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) is a Liftback.

Even though the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) maxes out at 200 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Although the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) has more power, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…).

The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

While the trunks are the same size in both cars, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) provides more cargo room when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…), but the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) doesn’t have one.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4630 lb, whereas the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.