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Audi Q8 e-tron vs BMW iX3
Selected trim50 quattro · 2023-25Change trim281 mi · 95 kWh · £67,800
Selected trim40Change trim395 mi · 82.6 kWh · £53,250
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q8 e-tron stays competitive across the board, while the BMW iX3 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX3 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 2p 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 iX3 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueBMW
Audi
4.8
BMW
6.2
Motorway RangeBMW
Audi
3
BMW
7.8
Family
Audi
7.8
BMW
8
Too close to call
ChargingBMW
Audi
4
BMW
8.3
Cost Per MileBMW
Audi
0.6
BMW
6.4
City DrivingBMW
Audi
1.5
BMW
3.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
BMW iX3
40
- £14,550 cheaper
- 114 miles more WLTP range
- 150 kW faster rapid charging
- 10 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | BMW iX340 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £67,800 | £53,250 (better) |
| Official range | 281 miles | 395 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 569 L (better) | 520 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 31 min | 21 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec (better) | 6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q8 e-tron
BMW iX3
Length
Audi Q8 e-tron4,915mm
BMW iX34,782mm-133mm
Width
Audi Q8 e-tron1,937mm
BMW iX31,895mm-42mm
Height
Audi Q8 e-tron1,633mm-2mm
BMW iX31,635mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | BMW iX340 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,782 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,937 mm | 1,895 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm | 2,093 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m | 12.1 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 463 mm spare | 505 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | BMW iX340 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 569 L (better) | 520 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1637 L | 1750 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 58 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,800 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi Q8 e-tron
- At 4,915 mm, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- Boot space of 569 L is bigger than 85% of SUVs we track.
BMW iX3
- 395 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 300 kW, faster than 90% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Uses 146 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q8 e-tron 50 quattro |  BMW iX3 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.92m | 4.78m-133mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.90m-42mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.09m-96mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.64m+2mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 2.90m-32mm |
| Ground Clearance | 172mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 569L (better) | 520L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1637L | 1750L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 58L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.2m | 12.1m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,595kg | 2,200kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 95kWh (better) | 82.6kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi | 395 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 300kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £67,800 | £53,250 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023–2025 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | BMW iX340 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles | 395 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles | 293 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 31 min | 21 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 300 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 146 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 89 kWh (better) | 82.6 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | BMW iX340 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec (better) | 6 sec |
| Power | 250 kW (better) | 235 kW |
| Torque | 664 Nm (better) | 500 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Audi Q8 e-tron
50 quattro
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
BMW iX3
40
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q8 e-tron 50 quattro
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Euro NCAP - BMW iX3 40
Tested 2026
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | BMW iX340 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Audi Q8 e-tron
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BMW iX3
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi Q8 e-tron
- £43,2992023Car360View
- £39,7912024Car360View
- £39,6082024Car360View
BMW iX3
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron worth the extra £14,550 over the BMW iX3?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs £14,550 more than the BMW iX3. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The BMW iX3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 114 miles more WLTP range and 150 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW iX3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q8 e-tron or the BMW iX3?
The BMW iX3 is £14,550 cheaper to buy. The BMW iX3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 a year versus £232 for the Audi Q8 e-tron, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BMW iX3 comes out roughly £14,910 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 Q8 e-tron and BMW iX3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Audi Q8 e-tron and 293 miles for the BMW iX3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW iX3 goes roughly 58 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 31 minutes in the Audi Q8 e-tron and 21 in the BMW iX3, so the BMW iX3 loses less time at each stop. That makes the BMW iX3 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q8 e-tron or the BMW iX3?
The BMW iX3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 42 mm narrower than the Audi Q8 e-tron. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 505 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX3 and about 463 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q8 e-tron.
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Data accuracy
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