Global EV Comparison: BMW iX xDrive40 vs Audi e-tron S
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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 iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) for as low as €43800, while the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) begins at €41590.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2025 | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €43800 | €41590 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) has a larger battery, the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 349 km | 335 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 425 km | 374 km |
| Range (GCC) | 343 km | 315 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 76.6 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74.1 kWh | 86.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.6 kWh/100 km | 27.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.63 km/kWh | 3.64 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.9 | 3.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 155 kW, while the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) maxes out at 148 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 148 kW | 155 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 240 kW | 370 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 322 hp | 496 hp |
| Motor Torque | 630 Nm | 973 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.2 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022).
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4953 mm | 4902 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2230 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1967 mm | 1976 mm |
| Height | 1695 mm | 1629 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) features a larger trunk, but the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022), but the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) doesn’t have one.
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022).
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2440 kg | 2730 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 660 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1750 l | 1655 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 50 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.3 | 7.7 |
