Global EV Comparison: BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah vs Audi e-tron GT RS
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) for as low as €11200, while the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) begins at €66990.
The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is a Hatchback, whereas the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) is a Sedan.
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2013-2017 | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €11200 | €66990 |
| GCC Score | 4.9 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017).
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 130 km | 401 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 472 km |
| Range (GCC) | 133 km | 391 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 21.6 kWh | 93.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 18.8 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.1 kWh/100 km | 21.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.07 km/kWh | 4.6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 5.5 |
Charging
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 270 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.8 | 7.9 |
Performance
The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is rear-wheel drive, while the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 125 kW | 475 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 168 hp | 637 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 830 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 s | 3.3 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.2 | 7.3 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) is longer and wider, but the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is taller.
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3999 mm | 4990 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2039 mm | 2158 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1775 mm | 1960 mm |
| Height | 1578 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024), but the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1270 kg | 2420 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 260 l | 366 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1100 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 85 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 5.1 |
