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Audi Q6 e-tron vs BMW iX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (490 HP vs 659 HP), boot space and price (54400 £ vs 71600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q6 e-tron or BMW iX?

Audi Q6 e-tron

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BMW iX

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

Q6 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi Q6 e-tron has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 54400 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17143 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Audi Q6 e-tron: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the BMW iX with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the BMW iX performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 701 km, about 45 km more than the Audi Q6 e-tron.

iX

Engine and Performance:

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 iX has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 659 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Audi Q6 e-tron takes 4.40 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW iX performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi Q6 e-tron tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX pulls to a small extent stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.

Q6 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi Q6 e-tron is a bit lighter – 2200 kg compared to 2525 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q6 e-tron offers hardly perceptible more room – 526 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX performs a bit better – up to 1750 L, which is about 221 L more than the Audi Q6 e-tron.

When it comes to payload, BMW iX hardly perceptible takes the win – 575 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW iX proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW iX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km
Audi Q6 e-tron
BMW iX

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Audi Q6 e-tron

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The Audi Q6 e-tron balances sleek, coupe-like styling with a roomy, upscale interior that feels modern without being showy. It delivers refined electric performance and smart tech that make daily driving effortless — the sort of EV that might make petrolheads grudgingly admit they fancy the future.

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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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BMW iX

Costs and Consumption

Price
54400 - 91900 £
Price
71600 - 107100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 18.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
482 - 656 km
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
96 - 109.6 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2200 - 2425 kg
Curb weight
2525 - 2655 kg
Trunk capacity
499 - 526 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4771 mm
Length
4965 mm
Width
1939 - 1965 mm
Width
1970 mm
Height
1665 - 1685 mm
Height
1688 - 1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1361 - 1529 L
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Payload
540 kg
Payload
505 - 575 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 490 HP
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Max Speed
210 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Torque
450 - 855 Nm
Torque
700 - 1015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
185 - 360 kW
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q6 e-tron have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.