Global EV Comparison: Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro vs BMW iX xDrive40
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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 50 quattro (2020-2022) for as low as €29800, while the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) begins at €43800.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2021-2025 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €29800 | €43800 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) 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 | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 349 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 350 km | 425 km |
| Range (GCC) | 278 km | 343 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71 kWh | 76.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.7 kWh | 74.1 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.3 kWh/100 km | 21.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.3 km/kWh | 4.63 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.6 | 4.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 148 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 | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 148 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 230 kW | 240 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 308 hp | 322 hp |
| Motor Torque | 540 Nm | 630 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 6.1 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022).
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4901 mm | 4953 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2230 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1935 mm | 1967 mm |
| Height | 1616 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 3000 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (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 Sportback 50 quattro (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 Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022).
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2445 kg | 2440 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 615 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1655 l | 1750 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 8.3 |
