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Audi Q6 e-tron vs BMW i5 Touring
Selected trimquattroChange trim381 mi · 100 kWh · £68,975
Selected trimeDrive40 M SportChange trim370 mi · 83.9 kWh · £70,045
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q6 e-tron leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the BMW i5 Touring leads on family practicality and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q6 e-tron if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the BMW i5 Touring if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- 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 Audi Q6 e-tron edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Audi
5.8
BMW
6.1
Too close to call
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
7.9
BMW
6.7
FamilyBMW
Audi
8
BMW
9.4
ChargingAudi
Audi
8.2
BMW
3
Cost Per MileBMW
Audi
3.7
BMW
7.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Audi Q6 e-tron
quattro
- £1,070 cheaper
- 65 kW faster rapid charging
- 8 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 35 kW more power
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q6 e-tronquattro | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £68,975 (better) | £70,045 |
| Official range | 381 miles (better) | 370 miles |
| Boot space | 526 L | 570 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 22 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 6.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q6 e-tron
BMW i5 Touring
Length
Audi Q6 e-tron4,771mm-289mm
BMW i5 Touring5,060mm
Width
Audi Q6 e-tron1,939mm
BMW i5 Touring1,900mm-39mm
Height
Audi Q6 e-tron1,685mm
BMW i5 Touring1,515mm-170mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q6 e-tronquattro | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,771 mm | 5,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,939 mm | 1,900 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,193 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m (better) | 12.3 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 461 mm spare | 500 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q6 e-tronquattro | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 526 L | 570 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1529 L | 1700 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 2,000 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi Q6 e-tron
- 381 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 270 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Braked towing capacity of 2,000 kg, a stronger tow rating than 80% of SUVs we track.
BMW i5 Touring
- At 5,060 mm, longer than 100% of estate EVs we track.
- 1st-largest boot among estate EVs in our catalogue at 570 L.
- 2,995 mm wheelbase, longer than 100% of estate EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q6 e-tron quattro |  BMW i5 Touring eDrive40 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.77m | 5.06m+289mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.90m-39mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | Not available |
| Height | 1.69m | 1.51m-170mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.89m | 3.00m+106mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 526L | 570L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1529L | 1700L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m (better) | 12.3m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,150kg (better) | 2,255kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh (better) | 83.9kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 381 mi (better) | 370 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 270kW (better) | 205kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £68,975 (better) | £70,045 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Estate |
| Available | 2024+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q6 e-tronquattro | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 381 miles (better) | 370 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 318 miles (better) | 308 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 22 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 270 kW (better) | 205 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 94.9 kWh (better) | 81.2 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V (better) | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q6 e-tronquattro | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 6.1 sec |
| Power | 285 kW (better) | 250 kW |
| Torque | 485 Nm (better) | 400 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi Q6 e-tron
quattro
BMW i5 Touring
eDrive40 M Sport
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Audi Q6 e-tron
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant92%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - BMW i5 Touring eDrive40 M Sport
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q6 e-tronquattro | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Audi Q6 e-tron
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BMW i5 Touring
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Live used listings
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Audi Q6 e-tron
- £44,1662026Car360View
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- £49,9992025Car360View
BMW i5 Touring
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Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW i5 Touring worth the extra £1,070 over the Audi Q6 e-tron?
The BMW i5 Touring costs £1,070 more than the Audi Q6 e-tron. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Audi Q6 e-tron is not just cheaper - it also offers 65 kW faster peak rapid charging and 35 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi Q6 e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q6 e-tron or the BMW i5 Touring?
The Audi Q6 e-tron is £1,070 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 Q6 e-tron comes out roughly £950 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 Q6 e-tron and BMW i5 Touring like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 318 miles for the Audi Q6 e-tron and 308 miles for the BMW i5 Touring - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 22 minutes in the Audi Q6 e-tron and 30 in the BMW i5 Touring, so the Audi Q6 e-tron loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q6 e-tron or the BMW i5 Touring?
The BMW i5 Touring is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 39 mm narrower than the Audi Q6 e-tron. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the BMW i5 Touring and about 461 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q6 e-tron.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q6 e-tron or the BMW i5 Touring?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q6 e-tron and 84% for the BMW i5 Touring. 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 .