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BMW XM vs Audi Q4 e-tron comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Audi Q4 e-tron?

BMW XM vs Audi Q4 e-tron: Key differences

BMW XM

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Audi Q4 e-tron

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • only slightly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi Q4 e-tron is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 75,428 £.

As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers significantly more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 512 km more than the BMW XM.

Q4 e-tron

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 XM offers clearly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 408 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Audi Q4 e-tron takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers visibly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 321 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q4 e-tron is noticeably lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 660 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers only slightly more boot space – 535 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries only slightly more – 525 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q4 e-tron is clearly superior overall 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 £40,700
Q4 e-tron

Audi Q4 e-tron

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 592 km
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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron blends Audi’s clean, modern styling with a practical, well-built interior, making it a refined option for buyers who want a premium electric compact SUV. It offers a quiet, composed ride and intuitive tech, so it’s well suited to daily commuting and family duties while keeping the switch to electric straightforward.

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4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Alain
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A more attractive vehicle inside and out, with German reliability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
440 - 592 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
505 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Audi
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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