Global EV Comparison: BMW i5 M60 xDrive vs Audi e-tron GT RS
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General Info
The BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €99500. The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €66990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | BMW i5 M60 xDrive | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €99500 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €66990 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) has a larger battery, the BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i5 M60 xDrive | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 407 km | 401 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 540 km | 472 km |
| Range (GCC) | 423 km | 391 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84.4 kWh | 93.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.2 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.2 kWh/100 km | 21.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.21 km/kWh | 4.6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.7 | 5.5 |
Charging
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2025-…) 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 i5 M60 xDrive (2025-…) maxes out at 206 kW.
The BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i5 M60 xDrive | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 206 kW | 270 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.6 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i5 M60 xDrive | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 442 kW | 475 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 593 hp | 637 hp |
| Motor Torque | 795 Nm | 830 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 3.3 s |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.9 | 7.3 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2025-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.
The BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i5 M60 xDrive | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2156 mm | 2158 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Height | 1505 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024), but the BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 kg, whereas the Audi e-tron GT RS (2021-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i5 M60 xDrive | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 2370 kg | 2420 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 366 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 785 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 85 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 5.1 |
