USA EV Comparison: Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro vs BMW iX xDrive40
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General Info
Both vehicles have been discontinued and were never available for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2021-2025 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022).
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 217 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 217 mi | 264 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 173 mi | 213 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71 kWh | 76.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.7 kWh | 74.1 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 37.4 kWh/100 mi | 34.8 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.67 mi/kWh | 2.87 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.6 | 4.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 148 kW, while the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) maxes out at 120 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 148 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 230 kW | 240 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 308 hp | 322 hp |
| Motor Torque | 398 lb-ft | 465 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 6.5 s | 5.8 s |
| Top Speed | 118 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022).
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 193 in | 195 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 86.2 in | 87.8 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 76.2 in | 77.4 in |
| Height | 63.6 in | 66.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.3 in | 118.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) features a larger trunk, but the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022), but the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) doesn’t have one.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) has a towing capacity of up to 4000 lb, whereas the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5401 lb | 5379 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 21.7 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 58.4 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.1 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 4000 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 8.3 |
