Audi SQ7 vs BMW iX
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 BMW iX
Overview
| Spec | Audi SQ7Premium Plus | BMW iXxDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium Plus | xDrive45 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi SQ7Premium Plus | BMW iXxDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $93,800 | $75,150 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $57,144 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $63,144 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $69,144 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 2 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi SQ7Premium Plus | BMW iXxDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi SQ7Premium Plus | BMW iXxDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 500 hp (best) | 402 hp |
| Torque | 568 lb-ft (best) | 516 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V8 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi SQ7Premium Plus | BMW iXxDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 68.1 cu ft | 77.9 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 7,700 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,301 lbs (best) | 1,060 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,280 lbs (best) | 5,567 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 118 in | 118.1 in (best) |
| Length | 199.6 in (best) | 195.5 in |
| Width | 77.5 in | 77.6 in (best) |
| Height | 68.5 in (best) | 67.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi SQ7Premium Plus | BMW iXxDrive45 |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi SQ7 | BMW iX |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium Plus $93,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | xDrive45 $75,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Prestige $99,800 MSRP | xDrive60 $88,500 MSRP |
| 3 | — | M70 $111,500 MSRP |
