Compare performance (490 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (54,400 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q6 e-tron or BMW 5 Series Touring?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 5 Series Touring is barely cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Audi Q6 e-tron costs 54,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,286 £.
As for electric range, the Audi Q6 e-tron offers significantly more range – reaching up to 668 km, about 570 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers markedly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Audi Q6 e-tron takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers slightly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm more.
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, BMW 5 Series Touring is a bit lighter – 1,850 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers marginally more boot space – 570 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries somewhat more – 620 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
The Audi Q6 e-tron 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.
The Audi Q6 e-tron combines Audi's premium design and refined interior with a modern electric drivetrain that delivers effortless, quiet acceleration. It feels spacious and tech-forward, making it a comfortable and confident choice for buyers who want an upscale electric SUV for daily driving and longer trips.
detailsThe BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.
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Price
54,400 - 82,500 £
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Price
53,100 - 126,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
535 - 668 km
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Electric Range
65 - 98 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,200 - 2,425 kg
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Curb weight
1,850 - 2,550 kg
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Trunk capacity
499 - 526 L
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,939 - 1,965 mm
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
540 kg
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
252 - 490 HP
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
450 - 855 Nm
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
185 - 360 kW
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, C
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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