Car comparison
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron vs BMW i5
50 vs M60 xDrive: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Same powertrain (EV)
Very close price band (0.2% gap)
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron
50
|
BMW i5
M60 xDrive
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹1,19,23,000 | ₹1,19,50,000 |
| Variant | 50 | M60 xDrive |
| Brand | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q8 Sportback e-tron | i5 |
| Body type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Powertrain | EV | EV |
| Engine / battery | - | - |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric |
| Primary specs | Automatic · Electric | Automatic · Electric |
| Price difference Gap ₹27,000 · 0.2% | Lower | Higher |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 | BMW i5 M60 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 664 Nm | 795 Nm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | No | No |
| Battery | 95 kWh | Lithium Ion, 83.9 kWh |
| Electric Motor | Dual (One Motor Each on Front and Rear Axle) | Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (One Motor Each on Front and Rear Axle) |
| Top Speed | 200 kmph | 230 kmph |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 6 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds (claimed) |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | — | 601 bhp |
| Battery Charging & Range | ||
| AC Regular Charging | 11 kW charger | — |
| DC Fast Charging | 0-80 % : 30 mins, 170 kW charger | — |
| AC Fast Charging | 22 kW charger | — |
| Driving Range | — | 516 km |
| Pure Electric Driving Mode | — | Yes |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Sport Mode |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Four-Wheel-Drive | Torque-On-Demand | Torque-On-Demand |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | Adaptive Air Suspension | — |
| Rear Suspension | Adaptive Air Suspension | — |
| Advanced Suspension Features | Ride Height Adjustment | — |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 4915 mm * 1976 mm * 1632 mm | 5060 mm * 1900 mm * 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,995 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 4 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Doors | 5 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tyres | 255 / 50 R20 | 245 / 40 R20 |
| Rear Tyres | 255 / 50 R20 | 275 / 35 R20 |
| Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres |
| Spare Wheel & Tyre | — | No |
| ADAS & Active Safety | ||
| ADAS | — | Level 1 |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Disc (Front & Rear) | — |
| Doors, Mirrors & Wipers | ||
| Interior Door Handles Finish | Chrome | Chrome |
| Exterior Door | Soft-Close Doors, Body Coloured Door Handles | Chrome Door Handles Finish |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | — | 490 L |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Bench |
| Wheels and Tyres | ||
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | Front 35 psi · Rear 38 psi (cold) | Front 36 psi · Rear 37 psi (cold) |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Input Methods | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming) |
| Antenna | Roof-Mounted Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Fuel Consumption | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning | Distance to Empty |
| Design & Styling | ||
| Wrappings | Leather Wrapped Gear Knob & Wrapped Steering Wheel | Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| Scuff Plates | Metallic | — |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Sport Mode |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 4 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Capacity | 95 kWh | 83.9 kWh |
| Electric Range | — | 516 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 4915 x 1976 x 1632 mm | 5060 x 1900 x 1505 mm |
| Height | 1,632 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Length | 4,915 mm | 5,060 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,995 mm |
| Width | 1,976 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 172 mm | 136 mm |
| Boot Space | — | 490 L |
| Warranty | ||
| Battery Warranty | — | 8 Years / 160000 Km |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 | BMW i5 M60 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelts | Not verified | Not verified |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Downhill Assist Control | Yes | Not verified |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not available | Not verified |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not available | Not verified |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not verified | Not verified |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Road Departure Mitigation | Not verified | Not verified |
| Blind Spot Monitor | Not available | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Cross Traffic Brake | Not verified | Not verified |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not verified | Not verified |
| Traffic Jam Assist | Not verified | Not verified |
| Driver Attention Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Lane Centering Assist | Not verified | Not verified |
| Door Open Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Collision Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Low Speed Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Adaptive High Beam | Not verified | Not verified |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Not available | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | Not verified | Not verified |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Yes | Not verified |
| ANCAP Safety Rating | Not verified | Not verified |
| Surround View Camera | Not verified | Not verified |
| Night Vision | Not verified | Not verified |
| Parking Distance Warning | Not verified | Not verified |
| Electric Parking Brake | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not verified | Not verified |
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Not verified | Not verified |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| ACE Body Structure | Not verified | Not verified |
| Multi-Collision Brake | Not verified | Not verified |
| Emergency Call | Not available | Yes |
| ISOFIX Front Passenger | Not verified | Not verified |
| Whiplash Protection Seats | Not available | Not verified |
| Active Bonnet | Not verified | Not verified |
| Run-flat Tyres | Not verified | Not verified |
| Tire Repair Kit | Not available | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
| Front Side Airbags | Not verified | Not verified |
| Curtain Airbags | Not verified | Not verified |
| Driver/Passenger Airbags | Not verified | Not verified |
| Exterior | ||
| Alloy Wheels | Not verified | Not verified |
| LED Headlights | Not verified | Yes |
| LED Taillights | Not verified | Not verified |
| Fog Lights | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Fog Lamp | Not verified | Not verified |
| DRLs | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto High Beam | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Headlights | Not verified | Not verified |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Yes | Not verified |
| Power Side Mirrors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heated Side Mirrors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto-Folding Side Mirrors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Side Mirror Indicators | Not verified | Not verified |
| Sunroof | Not verified | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Tailgate | Not verified | Not verified |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Not verified |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Not verified |
| Rear Spoiler | Not verified | Not verified |
| High Mount Stop Lamp | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Not verified |
| Dual Exhaust | Not verified | Not verified |
| Side Steps | Not verified | Not verified |
| Tinted Windows | Not verified | Not verified |
| Acoustic Glass | Not verified | Not verified |
| Capless Fuel Filler | Not verified | Not verified |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | Not verified | Not verified |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | Yes | Not verified |
| Soft-Close Doors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Hands-Free Tailgate | Not verified | Not verified |
| Trailer Hitch Prep | Not verified | Not verified |
| Wheel Locks | Not verified | Not verified |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Sport Package | Not verified | Not verified |
| Winter Package | Not verified | Not verified |
| Summer Tyres | Not verified | Not verified |
| All-Season Tyres | Not verified | Not verified |
| Cargo Cover | Not verified | Not verified |
| Body Kit | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rub Strips | Not verified | Not verified |
| Headlight Washers | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heated Windshield | Not verified | Not verified |
| Privacy Glass Rear | Not verified | Not verified |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 16 Speakers | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Not verified | Not verified |
| Android Auto | Not verified | Not verified |
| Bluetooth | Not verified | Not verified |
| Navigation | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| USB Ports | Not verified | Not verified |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not verified | Not verified |
| AM/FM Radio | Yes | Not verified |
| Satellite Radio | Not verified | Not verified |
| Streaming Audio | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heads-Up Display | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Entertainment | Not verified | Not verified |
| Amazon Alexa | Not verified | Not verified |
| Connected Services | Not available | Yes |
| OTA Updates | Not available | Yes |
| Dashcam | Not verified | Not verified |
| App Store | Not verified | Not verified |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Not verified | Not verified |
| 12V Power Outlet | Not verified | Not verified |
| True Touchpad Interface | Not verified | Not verified |
| DAB Radio | Not verified | Not verified |
| CD Player | Not verified | Not verified |
| DVD Player | Not verified | Not verified |
| Aux Input | Not verified | Not verified |
| Gesture Control | Not available | Not verified |
| Wireless Headphones | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Seat Screens | Not verified | Not verified |
| Tachometer | Not available | Not verified |
| Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Not available | Not available |
| On-Board Computer | Not verified | Not verified |
| Comfort | ||
| Air Conditioner | Not verified | Not verified |
| Climate Control | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Heater | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear AC Vents | Not verified | Not verified |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not verified | Not verified |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Windows | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Steering | Not verified | Not verified |
| Central Locking | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heated Front Seats | Not verified | Not verified |
| Ventilated Seats | Not available | Not verified |
| Heated Steering Wheel | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Driver Seat | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Passenger Seat | Not verified | Not verified |
| Driver Seat Memory | Not verified | Not verified |
| Lumbar Support | Not verified | Not verified |
| Seat Material | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Folding Seats | Not verified | Not verified |
| Third Row Seats | Not verified | Not verified |
| Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Cup Holders | Not verified | Not verified |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not verified | Not verified |
| Tilt/Telescopic Steering | Not verified | Not verified |
| Paddle Shifters | Not verified | Not verified |
| Drive Modes | Not verified | Not verified |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Camera | Not verified | Not verified |
| Front Camera | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto Parking Assist | Not verified | Not verified |
| Ambient Lighting | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | Not verified | Not verified |
| Remote Engine Start | Not verified | Yes |
| Remote Window Operation | Not verified | Not verified |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Not verified | Not verified |
| Electronic Gear Selector | Not verified | Not verified |
| Sunglass Holder | Not available | Not verified |
| Umbrella Storage | Not verified | Not verified |
| Cabin Boot Access | Yes | Not verified |
| Start/Stop System | Not verified | Not verified |
| Heated Rear Seats | Not verified | Not verified |
| Massage Seats | Not verified | Not available |
| Panoramic Display | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Rear Sunshade | Not verified | Not verified |
| Cabin Air Purifier | Not available | Not verified |
| Glovebox Cooler | Not verified | Not verified |
| Wireless Rear Charger | Not verified | Not verified |
| Auto Soft-Close Tailgate | Not verified | Not verified |
| Memory Steering Column | Not verified | Not verified |
| Headrest Speakers | Not verified | Not verified |
| Fragrance System | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Third Row | Not verified | Not verified |
| Captain Chairs | Not verified | Not verified |
| Walk-In Second Row | Not verified | Not verified |
| Sport Seats | Not verified | Not verified |
| Sport Suspension | Not verified | Not verified |
| Front Seatback Pockets | Yes | Not available |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | Yes | Not verified |
| Vanity Mirrors | Not verified | Not verified |
| Door Pockets | Not verified | Not verified |
| Rear Headrests | Not verified | Not verified |
| Second Row Seat Adjustment | Not verified | Not verified |
| Differential Lock | Not verified | Not verified |
| Particulate Filter | Not verified | Not verified |
| Catalytic Converter | Not verified | Not verified |
| E10 Compatible | Not verified | Not verified |
| Power Tailgate Memory | Not verified | Not verified |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not verified | Not verified |
| Battery Pre-Heating | Not verified | Not verified |
| ETC Device | Not verified | Not verified |
| Lane Change Assist | Not verified | Not verified |
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