Head-to-head
BMW iX2 vs Audi Q4 e-tron
The BMW iX2 starts $5,000 (6%) below the Audi Q4 e-tron. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
BMW iX2
BMW's electric coupe-SUV — the X2's electric sibling. Mechanically identical to the iX1 but with a coupe-style roofline. The 22 kW three-phase AC charging is class-leading.
- From
- $79,900
- Range
- 449 km
- Battery
- 64.8 kWh
Option B · SUV
Audi Q4 e-tron
Audi's mid-size electric SUV shares VW Group's MEB platform with the VW ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq, dressed in Audi's premium finish. The 45 RWD is the Australian volume seller.
- From
- $84,900
- Range
- 540 km
- Battery
- 82 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the BMW iX2 and Audi Q4 e-tron, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron goes 91 km further on a charge (540 vs 449 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron carries a 17.2 kWh larger battery (82 vs 64.8 kWh).
- 3
Price · advantage BMW iX2
The BMW iX2 undercuts the Audi Q4 e-tron by $5,000 (6%) on starting price.
- 4
0–100 km/h · advantage BMW iX2
The BMW iX2 is 1.1 s quicker to 100 km/h (5.6 s vs 6.7 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the BMW iX2 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $5,000
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (5.6s vs 6.7s)
Where the Audi Q4 e-tron wins
- ▸ 91 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (135 kW vs 130 kW)
BMW iX2
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 22 kW three-phase AC charging
- ✓ Sharper styling than the iX1
- ✓ Sub-6-second 0–100
What we don't
- ✕ Coupe roofline cuts rear headroom
- ✕ Premium over the related iX1
- ✕ Range trails BMW's larger iX3 substantially
Audi Q4 e-tron
What we like
- ✓ Strong 540 km WLTP range from the 82 kWh battery
- ✓ Premium Audi cabin materials and finish
- ✓ 5-star ANCAP rating
What we don't
- ✕ Premium over the mechanically related VW ID.4
- ✕ DC charging peak (135 kW) trails newer rivals
- ✕ Audi-tax escalates quickly with options
Frequently asked: BMW iX2 vs Audi Q4 e-tron
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the BMW iX2 or the Audi Q4 e-tron?
- The BMW iX2 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $79,900 versus $84,900 for the Audi Q4 e-tron, a $5,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 540 km, 91 km further than the BMW iX2's 449 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron accepts a peak DC charging rate of 135 kW versus 130 kW for the BMW iX2. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The BMW iX2 does 0–100 km/h in 5.6 seconds — 1.1 s quicker than the Audi Q4 e-tron's 6.7 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the BMW iX2 better value than the Audi Q4 e-tron?
- On paper the BMW iX2 is $5,000 cheaper, but the Audi Q4 e-tron edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
BMW iX2
if…
- ✓ you want to save $5,000 on the sticker
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: style-led premium suv buyers
Choose the
Audi Q4 e-tron
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (91 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: premium suv buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.