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Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron vs BMW i5 Comparison

Should you buy Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron or BMW i5? Find out which electric car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, range, battery capacity, charging time, power, features, safety and dimensions. Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron price starts at Rs.119 Lakh and BMW i5 price starts at Rs.120 Lakh.

Key Highlights
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron
BMW i5
Price
Rs.1.19 - Rs.1.32 Cr
Rs.1.20 Cr
Range
505 - 600 km
516 km
Battery Capacity
95 kWh and 114 kWh
83.9 kWh
Power
335.25 - 402.3 bhp
601 bhp
Charging Time
DC fast charging supported
DC fast charging supported

Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron Vs BMW i5

Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron
Rs.1.19 - Rs.1.32 Cr
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BMW i5
BMW i5
Rs.1.20 Cr
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Basic Information
Ex-showroom Price
Rs.1.19 - Rs.1.32 Cr
Rs.1.20 Cr
Battery & Range
Range
505 - 600 km
516 km
Real-world Range
345 - 490 km
350 - 425 km
Battery Capacity
95 kWh and 114 kWh
83.9 kWh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Motor & Performance
Motor Power
335.25 - 402.3 bhp
601 bhp
Max Torque
540 - 664 Nm
795 Nm
Motor Type
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Drive Type
All-wheel drive
All-wheel drive
Transmission
Single-speed automatic
Single-speed automatic
Charging Details
Home Charger
7.4
7.4
AC Charger
11
11
AC Charging Time
6-12 Hours AC
11 kW / 22 kW AC charging
DC Charger
170
205
DC Fast Charging Time
DC fast charging supported
DC fast charging supported
Connector Type
Type 2 AC, CCS2 DC
Type 2 AC, CCS2 DC
Dimensions & Capacity
Length
4915 mm
5060 mm
Width
1937 mm
1900 mm
Height
1619 mm
1505 mm
Wheelbase
2928 mm
2995 mm
Boot Space
535 litres
490 litres
Seating Capacity
5
5
Features & Safety
Airbags
8 airbags
Multiple airbags
Key Features
CCS2 DC Fast Charging | Type 2 AC Charging | Digital Instrument Cluster | Touchscreen Infotainme...
CCS2 DC Fast Charging | Type 2 AC Charging | Digital Instrument Cluster | Touchscreen Infotainme...

Pros & Cons

Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron

Pros
  • Long claimed range
  • Premium EV cabin
  • Strong instant torque
  • Fast CCS2 charging support
Cons
  • High purchase price
  • Real-world range varies with speed and AC use
  • Fast-charger availability differs by route
  • Service and option packs may affect final cost

BMW i5

Pros
  • Long claimed range
  • Premium EV cabin
  • Strong instant torque
  • Fast CCS2 charging support
Cons
  • High purchase price
  • Real-world range varies with speed and AC use
  • Fast-charger availability differs by route
  • Service and option packs may affect final cost

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