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Audi A4 Avant vs BMW iX comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 659 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or BMW iX?

Audi A4 Avant vs BMW iX: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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BMW iX

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A4 Avant is substantially cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,329 £.

iX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 189 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the BMW iX takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers significantly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 415 Nm more.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is clearly lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 930 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX offers barely more boot space – 500 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries very slightly more – 575 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX comes out clearly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 701 km
Audi A4 Avant
BMW iX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A4 Avant

The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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Audi A4 Avant
BMW iX

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
-
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
505 - 575 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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