Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 M50 vs Audi e-tron GT quattro
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General Info
The BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €72100. The Audi e-tron GT quattro (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €52980 on the used car market.
The BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Audi e-tron GT quattro (2021-2024) is a Sedan.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €72100 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €64750 | €52980 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi e-tron GT quattro (2021-2024) has a larger battery, the BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 433 km | 401 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 522 km | 487 km |
| Range (GCC) | 409 km | 397 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 93.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.3 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.9 kWh/100 km | 21.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.03 km/kWh | 4.67 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 5.8 |
Charging
The Audi e-tron GT quattro (2021-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Audi e-tron GT quattro (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) maxes out at 207 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 270 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 390 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 523 hp |
| Motor Torque | 795 Nm | 640 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 s | 4.1 s |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 245 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 6.5 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron GT quattro (2021-2024) is longer and wider, but the BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) is taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4990 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 2158 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1960 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi e-tron GT quattro (2021-2024), but the BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Audi e-tron GT quattro (2021-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 2290 kg | 2350 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 405 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 85 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.1 |
