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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs BMW iX1 comparison

Compare performance (551 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (53,800 £ vs 42,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or BMW iX1?

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs BMW iX1: Key differences

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space

BMW iX1

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

A6 e-tron Sportback

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.

BMW iX1 is visibly cheaper – starting at 42,300 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,486 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is very slightly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.3 kWh/100km for the BMW iX1. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 754 km, about 240 km more than the BMW iX1.

iX1

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 Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers clearly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BMW iX1 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback delivers considerably more torque with 855 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 361 Nm more.

A6 e-tron Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW iX1 is somewhat lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers barely more boot space – 502 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback carries very slightly more – 500 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is decisively 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 £53,800
A6 e-tron Sportback

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 326 - 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 572 - 754 km
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BMW iX1

The BMW iX1 wraps BMW's electric ambition into a compact SUV package that feels unexpectedly premium, with sharp handling and a crisp, modern cabin that keeps the driver in charge. It's ideal for buyers who want a stylish, quiet daily driver with useful practicality and tech-savvy touches — plus enough character to make the commute feel less like a chore and more like a short joyride.

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Delightful driver's car. Light-footed, quick, silent and sporty.
If the range could be improved, it would be absolutely top.
You do have to buy a few option packs to make it fun — expect to pay around 70 grand.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
572 - 754 km
Electric Range
466 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
4,928 mm
Length
-
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
Is the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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