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Audi Q4 e-tron (2021-2023) vs Toyota bZ4X (2022-2025)
Selected trim35 e-tron · 2021-23Change trim221 mi · 55 kWh · £40,750
Selected trimFWD 71.4kWh · 2022-25Change trim321 mi · 71.4 kWh · £41,950
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q4 e-tron leads on city driving, while the Toyota bZ4X leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q4 e-tron (2021-2023) if...
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Toyota bZ4X (2022-2025) if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota bZ4X leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueToyota
Audi
5.1
Toyota
5.9
Motorway RangeToyota
Audi
3.7
Toyota
5.9
Family
Audi
7.7
Toyota
7.4
Too close to call
ChargingToyota
Audi
2
Toyota
3.5
Cost Per MileToyota
Audi
4.8
Toyota
7.6
City DrivingAudi
Audi
6
Toyota
4.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £40,750 (better) | £41,950 |
| Official range | 221 miles | 321 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 520 L (better) | 452 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 8.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q4 e-tron
Toyota bZ4X
Length
Audi Q4 e-tron4,588mm-102mm
Toyota bZ4X4,690mm
Width
Audi Q4 e-tron1,865mm
Toyota bZ4X1,860mm-5mm
Height
Audi Q4 e-tron1,632mm-18mm
Toyota bZ4X1,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,588 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,865 mm | 1,860 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,108 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,632 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 535 mm spare | 540 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L (better) | 452 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1490 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q4 e-tron 35 e-tron |  Toyota bZ4X FWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.69m+102mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.86m-5mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | Not available |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.65m+18mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.76m | 2.85m+86mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 177mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L (better) | 452L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1490L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,975kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 55kWh | 71.4kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 221 mi | 321 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £40,750 (better) | £41,950 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2023 | 2022–2025 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 221 miles | 321 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 184 miles | 267 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh | 64 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 8.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 125 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Torque | Not available | 269 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £19,560 | £23,540 |
| Average used price | £22,100 | £25,560 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 8 listings (better) | 2 listings |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Down 24.5% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q4 e-tron 35 e-tron
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Toyota bZ4X FWD 71.4kWh
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist91%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Audi Q4 e-tron
35 e-tron
Owners love
- Owners consistently praise the quiet, refined cabin and comfortable ride.
- The interior quality and conventional layout, including physical climate controls, are rated above the VW ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq it is based on.
- Rear passenger space and headroom are generous for the size of car.
Watch out for
- Real-world range falls well short of the WLTP figure, with owners of the 40 typically seeing 230-290 miles in mild weather and around 200 in freezing conditions.
- Efficiency is middling, around 3 miles per kWh on average and much less in cold city driving.
- The myAudi app and in-car software are widely described as limited or awkward, and some cars needed software updates.
Owner tips
- Judge battery health from a full-charge range over several days, not one cold-weather reading: the display is based on recent driving.
- Check whether the car has the optional heat pump if you do a lot of winter driving.
Toyota bZ4X
FWD 71.4kWh
Owners love
- Owners praise the enormous rear legroom and comfortable seats.
- The ride is comfortable and the car is easy, quick and grippy to drive.
- The warranty of up to 10 years, kept going by yearly Toyota servicing, is a big draw, and owners report services at about £150-£230.
Watch out for
- Real-world range falls well short of WLTP, especially in winter and on the motorway (around 150-230 miles on long runs).
- Early cars were slow to rapid charge in the cold and limited how many rapid charges they took in a day.
- The top of the steering wheel hides part of the driver display for some drivers.
Owner tips
- Sit in the car before buying to check you can see the whole driver display past the wheel.
- Precondition the battery through the built-in navigation before a rapid charge.
Buying options
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Audi Q4 e-tron
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Toyota bZ4X
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi Q4 e-tron
- £19,0412023Car360View
- £18,3932023Car360View
Toyota bZ4X
- £19,2992022Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Toyota bZ4X worth the extra £1,200 over the Audi Q4 e-tron?
The Toyota bZ4X costs £1,200 more than the Audi Q4 e-tron. For that premium it adds 100 miles more WLTP range and 50 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Audi Q4 e-tron is not just cheaper - it also offers 68 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota bZ4X comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Toyota bZ4X?
The Audi Q4 e-tron is £1,200 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Audi Q4 e-tron comes out roughly £1,120 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi Q4 e-tron and Toyota bZ4X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 184 miles for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 267 miles for the Toyota bZ4X - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota bZ4X goes roughly 83 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Toyota bZ4X?
The two are within 5 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 540 mm of total clearance for the Toyota bZ4X and about 535 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q4 e-tron. The Audi Q4 e-tron also turns in a 1.0 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Toyota bZ4X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 84% for the Toyota bZ4X. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .