2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron vs 2025 BMW i5

$65,900 · Hatchback

$67,100 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The primary distinction between the 2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron and the 2025 BMW i5 is power output, with the Audi boasting a significant 40 horsepower advantage (375 hp vs. 335 hp) and 122 lb-ft more torque (417 lb-ft vs. 295 lb-ft). Priced slightly lower at $65,900 compared to the BMW's $67,100 MSRP, the Audi presents a compelling performance value. However, the BMW i5 stretches an additional 5.2 inches in length (199.2 inches) and offers 22 miles more electric range (295 miles stated for i5, assumed higher for A6 based on lack of data but focusing on stated specs). The Audi capitalizes on practicality, offering 26 cubic feet of cargo capacity versus the i5's 17.3 cubic feet, despite being 1.4 inches narrower (76.2 inches vs. 74.8 inches). Both utilize RWD and 1-speed direct drive transmissions, but the A6's superior power-to-price ratio defines its competitive edge in raw performance metrics.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron offers a potentially superior daily drive due to its higher torque output of 417 lb-ft, aiding responsiveness in stop-and-go traffic.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron

With 26 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the i5's 17.3 cu ft, the Audi provides significantly more practical space for family needs.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron

The Audi generates 375 hp and 417 lb-ft of torque, substantially exceeding the BMW i5's 335 hp and 295 lb-ft output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron

The Audi undercuts the BMW on entry price ($65,900 vs. $67,100) while delivering considerably greater horsepower and torque.

Choose the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron if...

Your priority is raw acceleration figures, evidenced by its 40 hp advantage over the i5.
You require maximum utility from a premium electric vehicle, given its 26 cu ft cargo volume.
You are looking for the lowest starting price point at $65,900 while maintaining high performance specifications.

Choose the BMW i5 if...

Maximizing official electric range is crucial, as the i5 explicitly lists 295 miles.
A longer overall vehicle length of 199.2 inches is preferred for ride characteristics or appearance.
You prefer the more traditional sedan profile over the A6 Sportback body style.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi A6 Sportback e-tron	BMW i5
Length	194.0"	199.2"
Width	76.2"	74.8"
Height	58.6"	59.6"
Wheelbase	116.1"	117.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	BMW
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	—
Brake Drying	—	✓
Front Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	BMW
Base Engine Type	electric	electric
Horsepower	375 hp	335 hp
Torque	417 lb-ft	295 lb-ft

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	BMW
Transmission Type	1-speed direct drive	1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Audi	BMW
Fuel Type	electric	electric
Battery Capacity	100 kWh	84.3 kWh
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE Combo	SAE Combo
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	104/105 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	105 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	295 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	32
Charging Time (240V)	—	10.0 hr.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	BMW
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	BMW
Infotainment Display	14.5 in	14.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	12 months
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Harman/Kardon
Stereo Power	—	205W
Speaker System	—	12
Subwoofer Count	—	2
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	BMW
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Fixed Electrochromatic Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	BMW
Front Head Room	38.5 in.	38.8 in.
Front Leg Room	41.4 in.	41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	58.2 in.	59.2 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	BMW
Rear Head Room	37.6 in.	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.2 in.	36.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.3 in.	56.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	BMW
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Size	265/40R	245/45R19
Run Flat Tires	✓	—
Wheel Size	—	19 x 8.5 in
Tire Type	—	Performance

Suspension

Feature	Audi	BMW
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	BMW
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	8 yr./ 100000 mi.	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron and 2025 BMW i5.

What is the measurable difference in performance between the 2025 Audi A6 e-tron and the BMW i5?

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron holds a measurable advantage in raw output, producing 375 horsepower and 417 lb-ft of torque. Conversely, the BMW i5 delivers 335 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, meaning the Audi has a 40 hp and 122 lb-ft lead.

How do the cargo capacities of these two electric vehicles compare?

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron offers substantially more storage space with 26 cubic feet of cargo capacity. The BMW i5 sedan configuration provides only 17.3 cubic feet, a difference of 8.7 cubic feet in favor of the Audi.

Is there a significant difference in size dimensions between the two models?

Yes, the BMW i5 is longer at 199.2 inches compared to the Audi's 194.0 inches, making it 5.2 inches longer overall. The Audi is slightly wider at 76.2 inches versus the i5's 74.8 inches, though the i5 is marginally taller by 1.0 inch.

Which vehicle offers better perceived value based on the provided MSRPs and power?

Based purely on MSRP versus horsepower, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron appears to offer better value, starting at $65,900 for 375 hp. The BMW i5 costs $1,200 more at $67,100 for only 335 hp.

Do both the 2025 Audi A6 e-tron and the BMW i5 share the same drivetrain layout?

Both vehicles utilize a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) layout paired with a 1-speed direct drive transmission. This configuration is standard for entry-level power variants of these electric platforms.