Audi SQ6 e-tron 2025 vs BMW iX5 (2027)

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thumb image Audi SQ6 e-tron 2025 US$ 80,000
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thumb image BMW iX5 (2027) US$ 75,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Audi BMW
Model SQ6 e-tron 2025 iX5 (2027)
Vehicle Type Electric Luxury Midsize SUV (Electric / Hydrogen Fuel Cell variant possible)
Trims Audi Q6 e-tron, Q6 e-tron S line, SQ6 e-tron, Q6 e-tron Launch Edition To be announced (likely Base, M Sport, xDrive variants)
Release Date July 2024 Expected 2027
Status Available Upcoming / Pre-Production
Made In Ingolstadt, Germany Germany (Spartanburg, USA production possible)
Body Type SUV SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles 4 years / 50,000 miles (BMW Standard)
Colors Mythos Black Metallic, Glacier White Metallic, District Green Metallic, Ultra Blue Metallic, and Silver Metallic Multiple BMW palette options (Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Mineral White, Blue Ridge, Dravit Grey, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors (PMSM) Dual-motor setup (all-electric xDrive)
Horsepower 483 hp Est. 500–550 hp (depending on trim)
Torque 590 lb-ft 700 Nm (516 lb-ft, est.)
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds 0–60 mph in ~4.5 sec
Top Speed 155 mph 130 mph (electronically limited)
Range 280 miles 350–400 miles (est. WLTP)
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive (AWD) AWD (xDrive)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NMC) Lithium-ion (6th-gen BMW battery packs, solid-state possible by 2027)
Battery Capacity 100 kWh gross / 94 kWh usable 100–110 kWh usable
Power Consumption 2.8–3.2 mi/kWh 18–21 kWh/100 km (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed (AC 11 kW): Same as base (9.5 hours) 11 kW AC (0–100% in 8–9 hrs)
Supercharging Speed (240V, 48A): 28 miles/hour 250–300 kW DC (est.)
DC Fast Charging Speed (270 kW peak): 10-80% in 23 mins 10–80% in ~25–30 min
Miles of Range added Per Hour 28 miles/hr 35–40 miles (AC), ~200+ miles in 20 min (DC)
Charging Time 10 hours 8–9 hrs (AC), ~30 min (DC fast
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (North America) / Type 2 (Europe) CCS (Combined Charging System)
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V, 1.4 kW), Level 2 (240V, 11 kW), Audi Connected Home Charger (optional) BMW Wallbox, 110V/220V portable charger
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW (max) 11–22 kW (likely 22 kW in EU, 11 kW in US)

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 190.2 in (4,831 mm) 194 in (4,940 mm)
Width 76.3 in (1,938 mm) 78 in (1,990 mm)
Height 66.1 in (1,679 mm) 69 in (1,750 mm)
Wheelbase 115.2 in (2,926 mm) 118 in (3,000 mm)
Ground Clearance 6.5 in (165 mm) 8 in (adjustable air suspension)
Cargo Space 54.4 cu ft 33–72 cu ft (with seats down)
Curb Weight 5,291–5,512 lbs 5,500 lbs (est.)
No. of Doors 5 Doors (including liftgate) 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater (standard) 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Performance alloy wheel Alloy (M Sport, aerodynamic design)
Wheel Size 21-inch 19"–22" options
Front Tire 285/40 R21 265/50 R19 (base)
Rear Tire 285/40 R21 265/50 R19 (base)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Rack-mounted electric power steering Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic (EV)
Turning Radius 36.7 ft 39 ft
Gear Box Direct-drive (fixed-ratio) Direct drive (EV standard)
Front Suspension Five-Link Double wishbone (adaptive)
Rear Suspension Five-Link Multi-link (air suspension optional)

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes BMW Driving Assistant Professional (semi-autonomous L2)
Navigation System Yes BMW iDrive 9 / 10 with AR HUD
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes 4-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input No USB-C / Wireless
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless (Standard)
Android Auto Yes Wireless (Standard)
Touchscreen 14.5" OLED + 11.9" Digital Cockpit 14.9" Curved Display + 12.3" Instrument Cluster
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 16 Speakers 12–20 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins optional)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Electromechanical (Blended Regen) system Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated Discs Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 Airbags (Front, knee, side, curtain) 8
Rear Seat Belt 3-point belts (x3) with pretensioners Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes (360° view)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes Likely (X-Offroad Package)
Stability Control Yes Yes (DSC, DTC)
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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