A6 e-tron performance vs i5 xDrive40
Audi · BMW
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the i5 xDrive40 beats the A6 e-tron performance comfortably, finishing 0.15 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the i5 xDrive40 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: A6 e-tron performance is $67,000 vs $70,000 for the i5 xDrive40 — a $3,000 gap. Power: i5 xDrive40 makes 14 hp more (375 vs 389). 0–100 km/h: i5 xDrive40 is 0.20s quicker (5.4s vs 5.2s). Top speed: A6 e-tron performance runs to 210 km/h, 5 km/h higher than i5 xDrive40.
FAQ
Which is faster, the A6 e-tron performance or the i5 xDrive40?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the i5 xDrive40 is faster, beating the A6 e-tron performance by 0.15 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the A6 e-tron performance vs the i5 xDrive40?
The A6 e-tron performance hits 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, while the i5 xDrive40 does it in 5.2 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The A6 e-tron performance produces 375 hp; the i5 xDrive40 produces 389 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The A6 e-tron performance tops out at 210 km/h, and the i5 xDrive40 reaches 205 km/h.
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