BMW iX1 xDrive25 vs Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

BMW iX1 xDrive25

Suv · Electric · AWD

Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

Suv · Electric · AWD

Car A

BMW iX1 xDrive25

The BMW iX1 xDrive25 blends AWD traction, a 400 km range, and 5.6 s 0–100 km/h pace for versatility across road trips and city use. Its five-seat SUV layout and 540 L boot suit growing families without excess bulk.

5 seatsSuvElectric5-star safetyAWDElectric

Car B

Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

The Audi Q8 60 TFSI e combines punchy V6 plug‑in hybrid performance with usable electric range and AWD, making it a capable premium pick for road trips and commuting. Its 5-seat layout and 605 L trunk suit growing families, though the price sits firmly in the premium bracket.

5 seatsSuvElectric5-star safety462 hpAWDElectric

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Usage fit

Family 65 / 67

City 65 / 46

Budget / value 50 / 31

Road trip 67 / 76

Performance 27 / 44

Cargo 38 / 42

Practical 47 / 49

Premium 48 / 70

Winter 76 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW iX1 xDrive25 · Orange = Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW iX1 xDrive25 Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

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Pros & cons

BMW iX1 xDrive25

AWD traction suits winter and mixed-road conditions
Brisk 5.6 s 0–100 km/h for easy merging and passing
400 km range supports weekend road trips
Five-seat SUV practicality with a usable 540 L boot
Not aimed at performance driving despite AWD and 204 hp
Less ideal for cargo-heavy hauling
No third-row seating for larger families
Premium-brand pricing around 45,000 may be high for tight budgets

Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

Punchy acceleration (0–100 km/h in 5.4 s) and 462 hp for confident passing.
Efficient for its class: 2.6 combined consumption with about 40 km electric range.
AWD traction supports winter driving and mixed conditions.
Practical 5-seat layout with 605 L trunk works for road trips and growing families.
High purchase price at 84,900 places it firmly in the premium segment.
About 40 km electric range may be short if you want frequent gas‑free commuting.
Only five seats; no third‑row option for larger families.
605 L cargo space can feel limiting for cargo‑heavy use.

Verdict

Pick BMW iX1 xDrive25 if…

Lower entry price

BMW iX1 xDrive25 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Audi Q8 60 TFSI e if…

More power

Audi Q8 60 TFSI e puts out 462 hp vs 204 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW iX1 xDrive25

Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

Verdict

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