BMW iX xDrive40 vs Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-…).
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 217 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 264 mi | 314 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 213 mi | 249 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 76.6 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74.1 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 34.8 kWh/100 mi | 35.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.87 mi/kWh | 2.8 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 5.5 |
Charging
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 148 kW | 155 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.4 | 6.4 |
Performance
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 240 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 322 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 465 lb-ft | 490 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 s | 5.8 s |
| Top Speed | 124 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.2 | 6.3 |
Dimensions
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 195 in | 193.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 87.8 in | 86.2 in |
| Height | 66.7 in | 63.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 115.3 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5379 lb | 5390 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 17.7 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 61.8 ft3 | 55.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.2 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 4000 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 7.6 |
