Global EV Comparison: Audi e-tron Sportback S vs BMW iX xDrive50
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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 Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) for as low as €45890, while the BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) begins at €64840.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BMW iX xDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2021-2025 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €45890 | €64840 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022).
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BMW iX xDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 341 km | 494 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 380 km | 630 km |
| Range (GCC) | 320 km | 500 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 95 kWh | 111.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 86.5 kWh | 108.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 27 kWh/100 km | 21.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.7 km/kWh | 4.6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.2 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 195 kW, while the Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) 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 | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BMW iX xDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 195 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 7.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) has more power, the Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BMW iX xDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 370 kW | 385 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 496 hp | 516 hp |
| Motor Torque | 973 Nm | 765 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.6 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 6.2 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022).
The BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BMW iX xDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4902 mm | 4953 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2230 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1976 mm | 1967 mm |
| Height | 1615 mm | 1696 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 3000 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) features a larger trunk, but the BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022), but the BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) doesn’t have one.
The BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022).
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback S | BMW iX xDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2695 kg | 2585 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 615 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1594 l | 1750 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 8.3 |
