Audi

S e-tron GT

RS e-tron GT

RS e-tron GT performance

e-tron GT

The Audi e-tron GT occupies a narrow but well-defined space in the EV market: a four-door grand tourer built on the Porsche Taycan platform that prioritizes driving refinement and interior craftsmanship over maximizing range. Reviewers at Car and Driver and MotorTrend consistently single out its exceptional build quality and the near-seamless blend of a sophisticated air suspension with genuinely engaging handling as its clearest differentiators from competitors. The lineup runs from the 670-hp S e-tron GT to the 912-hp RS performance, offering a tiered path to serious performance without abandoning everyday usability.

Shared Porsche Taycan architecture delivers class-leading ride and handling balance, with reviewers noting composed body control through corners unusual for a vehicle this size and weight

Performance is substantial across all trims: the entry S e-tron GT reaches 0–60 in 3.3 seconds, while the RS e-tron GT performance hits 2.4 seconds with 912 hp on tap

Interior quality is among the best in any EV, with real materials, tight panel fitment, and a driver-focused cockpit that Edmunds and MotorTrend reviewers compare favorably to Audi's own combustion flagship sedans

800-volt charging architecture supports fast DC replenishment, with peak rates around 270 kW reducing charging stops on longer trips

Exterior styling has received near-universal praise for its low, sculpted fastback proportions that avoid the oversized or generic appearance critics level at several luxury EV competitors

EPA range figures are modest for the price tier: the S e-tron GT rates 278 miles, and the top RS performance drops to 230 miles, while rivals like the Mercedes EQS and BMW i7 offer substantially more range at comparable prices

Rear headroom is limited by the fastback roofline, a recurring complaint in owner reviews and noted by Car and Driver testers for adults over six feet

The infotainment system, while visually polished, relies on touch-sensitive controls that reviewers including InsideEVs note require more attention to operate than physical alternatives, and software responsiveness trails Tesla and Rivian benchmarks

At $109,900 to $167,000, all three trims carry a significant price premium over the mechanically related Porsche Taycan, with buyers effectively paying for Audi branding rather than additional capability or range

eDrive50

xDrive60

M70 xDrive

The BMW i7 is a full-size electric luxury sedan positioned to compete directly with the Mercedes EQS and Audi A8 e-tron, arriving as the electrified counterpart to BMW's flagship 7 Series. Reviewers at Car and Driver and MotorTrend consistently praise its driver-focused dynamics as unusually sharp for a vehicle of this size and price class. The standout feature most cited is the optional 31.3-inch rear Theatre Screen, which gives the i7 a uniquely entertainment-oriented identity in the ultra-luxury EV segment.

Rear-seat experience is class-leading, with the optional 31.3-inch Theatre Screen and Amazon Fire TV integration drawing consistent praise from reviewers as genuinely usable in-cabin entertainment

Performance scales well across trims: the xDrive60 reaches 0-60 in 4.5 seconds and the M70 xDrive in 3.5 seconds, competitive with sport sedans at a fraction of the weight penalty some rivals carry

Ride quality balances compliance and body control better than most ultra-luxury EVs its size, with MotorTrend noting the air suspension manages the i7's considerable weight with minimal float

Interior material quality and fit-and-finish match or exceed segment rivals, with reviewers citing genuine metal, glass, and leather surfaces throughout rather than cost-cut substitutes

The eDrive50's 321-mile EPA range leads the lineup and is competitive in the segment, reducing range anxiety on long-haul trips without requiring the AWD premium

Range drops noticeably as performance increases: M70 xDrive delivers only 285 miles EPA, a meaningful sacrifice given its $168,500 base price

Exterior styling, particularly the oversized kidney grille treatment, has divided reviewers and buyers, with Car and Driver describing the front fascia as polarizing even by BMW's recent standards

DC fast charging peaks at 195 kW, which trails competitors like the Mercedes EQS at up to 200 kW and is below what some buyers expect at this price point

Base price of $106,500 for the eDrive50 places the i7 at a significant premium over some rivals, and options like the Theatre Screen and executive rear seating push transaction prices well above $120,000

	Audi e-tron GT	BMW i7
Body type	sedan	sedan
Trims	3	3
Starting price	$109,900	$106,500
Max EPA range	278 mi	321 mi
Max power	912 hp	650 hp
Quickest 0–60	2.4 s	3.5 s
Federal tax credit	Not eligible	Not eligible
Drive options	Dual-Motor AWD	Single-Motor RWD Dual-Motor AWD
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Audi e-tron GT vs. BMW i7