Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 M50 vs Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro
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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 i4 M50 (2021-2024) for as low as €47700, while the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) begins at €29800.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) is a Liftback, whereas the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) is a SUV.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | Liftback | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €47700 | €29800 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 5.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) 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 | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 435 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 519 km | 350 km |
| Range (GCC) | 409 km | 278 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 71 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80.7 kWh | 64.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km | 23.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.07 km/kWh | 4.3 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 3.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 207 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 | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 5.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 230 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | 795 Nm | 540 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 s | 6.8 s |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.7 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4901 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1935 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1616 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (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 Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022), but the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) doesn’t have one.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024).
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2290 kg | 2445 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 615 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1655 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 7.6 |
