Global EV Comparison: Audi e-tron S vs BMW i7 M70 xDrive
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General Info
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €181800. The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €41590 on the used car market.
The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) is a SUV, whereas the BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | Audi e-tron S | BMW i7 M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €181800 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €41590 | €135900 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022).
| Property | Audi e-tron S | BMW i7 M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 335 km | 468 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 374 km | 560 km |
| Range (GCC) | 315 km | 453 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 95 kWh | 105.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 86.5 kWh | 101.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 27.5 kWh/100 km | 22.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.64 km/kWh | 4.45 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.1 | 6.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) maxes out at 155 kW.
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Audi e-tron S | BMW i7 M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi e-tron S | BMW i7 M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 370 kW | 485 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 496 hp | 650 hp |
| Motor Torque | 973 Nm | 1100 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 3.7 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 7.6 |
Dimensions
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) has a longer body, while the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi e-tron S | BMW i7 M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4902 mm | 5391 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2192 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1976 mm | 1950 mm |
| Height | 1629 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 3215 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) 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 e-tron S (2020-2022), but the BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) has a towing capacity of up to 1800 kg, whereas the BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Audi e-tron S | BMW i7 M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2730 kg | 2770 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 660 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1655 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 50 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 5.7 |
