Audi Q9 vs BMW X1

How does the Audi Q9 stack up against the BMW X1? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi Q9Audi Q9
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BMW X1BMW X1
SpecAudi Q9BMW X1
Horsepower (max)591 hp312 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.8 s5.4 s
Top speed250 km/h250 km/h
Variants32
Body styleFull-size 7-seat SUVCompact SUV
GenerationQ9U11
Production2027 – present2022 – present
Length5,310 mm4,500 mm
Width2,210 mm1,845 mm
Height1,810 mm1,642 mm
Wheelbase3,140 mm2,692 mm

Audi Q9 vs BMW X1: common questions

Is the Audi Q9 or BMW X1 faster?
The Audi Q9 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.6s versus the BMW X1's 5.1s (0-100 km/h in 3.8s vs 5.4s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi Q9 or the BMW X1?
The Audi Q9 makes more power: 591 hp (441 kW) versus 312 hp (233 kW) for the BMW X1.
Is the Audi Q9 or BMW X1 faster on top speed?
Both cars top out at 155 mph (250 km/h).
What is the main difference between the Audi Q9 and the BMW X1?
The Audi Q9 is a full-size 7-seat suv, while the BMW X1 is a compact suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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