Global EV Comparison: BMW iX3 Gen 1 vs Audi Q4 e-tron 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 iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) for as low as €30900, while the Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) begins at €34490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30900 | €34490 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) has a larger battery, the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 380 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 460 km | 502 km |
| Range (GCC) | 391 km | 386 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 80 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 76.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km | 19.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.28 km/kWh | 5.04 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 6.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 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 Q4 e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 6.7 |
Performance
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is rear-wheel drive, while the Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 220 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 6.2 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 4.6 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024).
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4734 mm | 4588 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2138 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1891 mm | 1865 mm |
| Height | 1668 mm | 1632 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2864 mm | 2764 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) features a larger trunk, but the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021).
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Audi Q4 e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2260 kg | 2210 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 510 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1560 l | 1490 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1200 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 6.7 |
