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Audi SQ7 vs BMW iX

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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Overview

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
Selected trimPremium PlusxDrive45
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)electric
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typemild hybridelectric
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
MSRP$93,800$75,150 (best)
Lowest listing price$49,465$43,750 (best)
Median listing price$104,412$48,750 (best)
Highest listing price$121,408$65,230 (best)
For sale now8 (best)7

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
Combined MPG16 MPG (best)—
City MPG14 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG20 MPG (best)—
Combined MPGe—94 MPGe (best)
Electric range—312 mi (best)
240V charge time—10 hr (best)
Fuel tank22.5 gal (best)—

Performance

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
Horsepower500 hp (best)402 hp
Torque568 lb-ft (best)516 lb-ft
Engine size4 L (best)—
CylindersV8—

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume68.1 cu ft77.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Payload1,301 lbs (best)1,060 lbs
Curb weight5,280 lbs (best)5,567 lbs
Ground clearance—8.8 in (best)
Wheelbase118 in118.1 in (best)
Length199.6 in (best)195.5 in
Width77.5 in77.6 in (best)
Height68.5 in (best)67.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated—
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side crash (driver)Not Rated—
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side poleNot Rated—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimAudi SQ7BMW 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

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Audi SQ7 vs BMW iX FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 BMW iX?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi SQ7 vs 2026 BMW iX on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 BMW iX?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW iX starts lower at $75,150. Live Audi SQ7 listings start at $49,465. Live BMW iX listings start at $43,750.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2026 BMW iX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (75,150).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2026 Audi SQ7 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2026 BMW iX leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (364).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2026 BMW iX leads on horsepower in this comparison (650).
Which has better seats: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2026 Audi SQ7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2026 Audi SQ7 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi SQ7 vs 2026 BMW iX?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ7 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).