2024 Audi Q8 e-tron vs. 2024 BMW iX Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron

2024 Audi
Q8 e-tron

MSRP*: $74,400
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2024 BMW
iX

MSRP*: $87,100 to $111,500
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
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Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.4 ft3 77.9 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 516-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 532-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 hp 516 - 532 hp
Exterior Length 193.0 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 76.2 in 77.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.9 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 39.5 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
The Audi Q8 e-tron offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the BMW iX, with comparable head- and legroom. The BMW iX will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi Q8 e-tron will have less of an impact on your bank account than the BMW iX.

Dimensions
The Audi Q8 e-tron is a little narrower than the BMW iX, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Audi Q8 e-tron takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the BMW iX.

Handling
The Audi Q8 e-tron has a smaller turning radius than the BMW iX, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q8 e-tron has a lot less horsepower than the BMW iX.

Powertrain
The Audi Q8 e-tron has much lower torque than the BMW iX, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q8 e-tron and the BMW iX. The Audi Q8 e-tron has significantly less cargo capacity than the BMW iX.