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e-tron GT quattro vs 550e xDrive

Audi · BMW

1/4 Mile winner
e-tron GT quattro
Beats the 550e xDrive by 0.19s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the e-tron GT quattro beats the 550e xDrive comfortably, finishing 0.19 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the e-tron GT quattro thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
496 hp
483 hp
0–100 km/h
4s
4.2s
Top speed
245 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
Dual Motor AWD
3.0L Turbo I6 PHEV
Fuel
Electric
Plug-in Hybrid
Torque
670 Nm
700 Nm
Price
$107,000
$73,500

Simulated race times

Distance
e-tron GT quattro
550e xDrive
100 m
5.279s
5.397s
1/8 mile
7.858s
8.014s
1/4 mile
11.939s
12.130s
1 km
21.888s
22.060s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: 550e xDrive is $73,500 vs $107,000 for the e-tron GT quattro — a $33,500 gap. Power: e-tron GT quattro makes 13 hp more (496 vs 483). 0–100 km/h: e-tron GT quattro is 0.20s quicker (4s vs 4.2s). Top speed: 550e xDrive runs to 250 km/h, 5 km/h higher than e-tron GT quattro. Drivetrain: e-tron GT quattro is electric; 550e xDrive runs on plug-in hybrid.

FAQ

Which is faster, the e-tron GT quattro or the 550e xDrive?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the e-tron GT quattro is faster, beating the 550e xDrive by 0.19 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the e-tron GT quattro vs the 550e xDrive?

The e-tron GT quattro hits 100 km/h in 4 seconds, while the 550e xDrive does it in 4.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The e-tron GT quattro produces 496 hp; the 550e xDrive produces 483 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The e-tron GT quattro tops out at 245 km/h, and the 550e xDrive reaches 250 km/h.

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