Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 eDrive40 vs Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2025-...) has a starting price of €60600, compared to the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…), which starts at €62800.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €60600 | €62800 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2025-...) has a larger battery, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 631 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 613 km | 627 km |
| Range (GCC) | 490 km | 544 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 83 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.3 kWh | 75.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 13.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.03 km/kWh | 7.18 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.3 | 9.8 |
Charging
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2025-...) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 225 kW, while the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2025-...) maxes out at 205 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 205 kW | 225 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 240 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 322 hp |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | 435 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 s | 6 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 5 |
Dimensions
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2025-...).
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4928 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 2137 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1923 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2950 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…), but the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2025-...).
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2120 kg | 2175 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 502 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1330 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 27 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 2100 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.7 |
