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

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) has a starting price of €75600, compared to the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…), which starts at €115700.

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

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 0-100 km/h 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.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats 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 2100 kg, whereas the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.