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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron vs BMW iX2
Selected trimquattroChange trim390 mi · 100 kWh · £71,475
Selected trimeDrive20 M SportChange trim318 mi · 64.8 kWh · £41,815
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the BMW iX2 leads on running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q6 Sportback 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 iX2 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX2 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Audi
5.7
BMW
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
8.3
BMW
5.9
Family
Audi
7.5
BMW
7.7
Too close to call
ChargingAudi
Audi
8.2
BMW
4.1
Cost Per MileBMW
Audi
4.2
BMW
9.1
City DrivingBMW
Audi
1.9
BMW
4.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
quattro
- 72 miles more WLTP range
- 140 kW faster rapid charging
- 135 kW more power
- 2.7s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £71,475 | £41,815 (better) |
| Official range | 390 miles (better) | 318 miles |
| Boot space | 511 L | 525 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 22 min (better) | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
BMW iX2
Length
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron4,771mm
BMW iX24,554mm-217mm
Width
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron1,939mm
BMW iX21,845mm-94mm
Height
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron1,665mm
BMW iX21,560mm-105mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,771 mm | 4,554 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,939 mm | 1,845 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,193 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,560 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | 11.9 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 461 mm spare | 555 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 511 L | 525 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1373 L | 1400 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 Sportback e-tron
- 390 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% 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 iX2
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro |  BMW iX2 eDrive20 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.77m | 4.55m-217mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.84m-94mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | Not available |
| Height | 1.67m | 1.56m-105mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.89m | 2.69m-197mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 511L | 525L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1373L | 1400L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 11.9m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,150kg | 1,960kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh (better) | 64.8kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 390 mi (better) | 318 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 270kW (better) | 130kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £71,475 | £41,815 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £71,475 (not eligible) | £38,065 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* BMW iX2: 11 kW AC is standard; 22 kW AC was an option.
* BMW iX2: Current figure, after a March 2026 efficiency update. Earlier cars: eDrive20 272-283 miles WLTP, xDrive30 259-267 miles WLTP.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 390 miles (better) | 318 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 325 miles (better) | 265 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 22 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 270 kW (better) | 130 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 94.9 kWh (better) | 64.8 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 Sportback e-tronquattro | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
| Power | 285 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Torque | 485 Nm (better) | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
quattro
BMW iX2
eDrive20 M Sport
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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q6 Sportback 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 iX2 eDrive20 M Sport
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant88%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron worth the extra £29,660 over the BMW iX2?
The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron costs £29,660 more than the BMW iX2. For that premium it adds 72 miles more WLTP range, 140 kW faster peak rapid charging and 135 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW iX2 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the BMW iX2?
The BMW iX2 is £29,660 cheaper to buy. The BMW iX2 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £176 for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BMW iX2 comes out roughly £29,860 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 Sportback e-tron and BMW iX2 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 325 miles for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and 265 miles for the BMW iX2 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron goes roughly 60 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 22-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the BMW iX2?
The BMW iX2 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 94 mm narrower than the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 555 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX2 and about 461 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the BMW iX2?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and 84% for the BMW iX2. 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 .