Global EV Comparison: BMW iX3 Gen 1 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 iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) for as low as €30900, while the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) begins at €66990.
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is a SUV, whereas the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) is a Sedan.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30900 | €66990 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 401 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 460 km | 472 km |
| Range (GCC) | 391 km | 391 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 80 kWh | 93.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km | 21.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.28 km/kWh | 4.6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 5.5 |
Charging
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) 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 iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) maxes out at 155 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 270 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 7.9 |
Performance
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) 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 iX3 Gen 1 | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 475 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 637 hp |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 830 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 3.3 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 7.3 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) is longer and wider, but the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4734 mm | 4990 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2138 mm | 2158 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1891 mm | 1960 mm |
| Height | 1668 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2864 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024), but the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) doesn’t have one.
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 2260 kg | 2420 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 510 l | 366 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1560 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 85 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.2 | 5.1 |
