Comparison between:
- 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 28 kWh
- 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh
- 2018 BMW i3 33 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 28 kWh | 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh | 2018 BMW i3 33 kWh | |
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| Trim | 28 kWh | 42 kWh | 33 kWh |
| Model year | 2019 (MY19) | 2019 (MY19) | 2018 (MY18) |
| Market | North America, Europe | North America, Europe | North America, Europe |
| Price | USD 30,315 (USA, Jul 2019) GBP 30,111 (UK, Jul 2019) EUR 33,300 (EU, Jul 2019) | USD 44,450 (USA, Jul 2019) GBP 35,350 (UK, Jul 2019) EUR 42,300 (NL, Jul 2019) EUR 38,000 (DE, Jul 2019) EUR 39,950 (FR, Jul 2019) EUR 39,900 (ES, Jul 2019) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | Aluminium High tensile strength steel | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Polar White Platinum Silver Aurora Silver Phantom Black Blazing Yellow Marina Blue Phoenix Orange | Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic | Protonic Blue Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic |
| Interior colors | Black | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown | Atelier European Dark |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 176.0 in 4470 mm | 157.9 in 4011 mm | 157.9 in 4011 mm |
| Width | 71.7 in 1820 mm | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 69.9 in 1775 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.5 in 2045 mm | 80.3 in 2040 mm | - |
| Height | 57.5 in 1460 mm | 62.9 in 1598 mm | 62.9 in 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in 2700 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm |
| Front track | 61.2 in 1555 mm | 61.9 in 1572 mm | - |
| Rear track | 61.6 in 1564 mm | 62.0 in 1575 mm | - |
| Front overhang | - | 30.3 in 770 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | - | 38.0 in 965 mm | - |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.5 in 139 mm | 5.5 in 139 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.5 in 1004 mm | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 39.6 in 1006 mm |
| Rear headroom | 38.2 in 970 mm | 37.2 in 945 mm | 37.2 in 945 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.1 in 1425 mm | 53.6 in 1361 mm | 53.6 in 1361 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.0 in 1396 mm | 49.2 in 1250 mm | 49.2 in 1250 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.8 in 1366 mm | - | - |
| Rear hip room | 52.9 in 1344 mm | - | - |
| Front legroom | 44.7 in 1136 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 40.5 in 1028 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.5 in 800 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm |
| Trunk volume | 350.0 l 12.36 ft3 0.35 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1410.0 l 49.79 ft3 1.41 m3 | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3130.56 lb 1420 kg | 2965.22 lb 1345 kg | 2910.1 lb 1320 kg |
| Payload | 1014.13 lb 460 kg | 970.03 lb 440 kg | 936.96 lb 425 kg |
| GVWR | 4144.69 lb 1880 kg | 3780.93 lb 1715 kg | 3847.07 lb 1745 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.24 Cd | 0.29 Cd | 0.29 Cd |
| Additional information | Height for Europe - 1450 mm Height for rest of the world - 1460 mm | - | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | BMW | BMW |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 88 kW 118.0 hp 119.6 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 2850 - 6000 rpm | 4800 rpm | 4800 rpm |
| Torque | 295 Nm 30.1 kgm 217.6 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 1000 - 2850 rpm | - | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Normal Sport | Eco Eco+ Comfort | Eco Eco+ Comfort |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 88 kW 118.0 hp 119.6 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps |
| Total system torque | 295 Nm 30.1 kgm 217.6 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 102.5 mph 165.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 9.90 s | 7.20 s | 7.30 s |
| Additional information | Acceleration 0-100 km/h in Normal mode - 10.2 s. | - | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC, CMB: 174.0 mi / 280.0 km EPA, CMB: 124.3 mi / 200.0 km | NEDC, CMB: 223.1 mi / 359.0 km EPA, CMB: 153.0 mi / 246.2 km WLTP, CMB: 192.6 mi / 310.0 km | NEDC, CMB: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km EPA, CMB: 114.0 mi / 183.5 km WLTP, CMB: 158.4 mi / 255.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 11.5 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 150 MPGe EPA, CMB: 15.7 kWh/100 km EPA, CMB: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 136 MPGe EPA, HWY: 122 MPGe | NEDC, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 129 MPGe EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 106 MPGe EPA, CMB: 118 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | - | A+ | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 9.86 m 32.35 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.66 | - | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 7.412 | 9.665 | 9.665 |
| Additional information | - | Transmission type: GE1B | - |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 6.5Jx16 ET45 | 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 5Jx20 | 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 5Jx20 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 205/55R16 91H | 155/70R19 84Q 155/60R20 175/50R20 | 155/70R19 84Q 175/60R19 84Q 155/60R20 175/50R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | - | 37.9 kWh | 27.2 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | - | 42.2 kWh | 33.2 kWh |
| Battery capacity | 28 kWh | - | - |
| Battery capacity in Ah | - | 120 Ah | 94 Ah |
| Manufacturer | LG Chem | Samsung SDI | Samsung SDI |
| Type | NCM (NMC) | NCM622 | NCM622 |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | 192 | - | 96 |
| Battery cell format | - | Pouch | Pouch |
| Cell configuration | 2p96s 2 cells in parallel 96 cells in series | - | 1p96s 1 cells in parallel 96 cells in series |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | 4.2 V | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | 12 | - | 8 |
| Battery voltage | 360 V | 352 V | 353 V |
| Energy density | 104.9 Wh/kg | - | - |
| Weight | 599.22 lb 271.8 kg | - | - |
| Location | Under the floor, mid-rear | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Air convection | Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system |
| Additional information | - | Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L | Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 6 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW AC 7.2 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW | AC 2.8 kW AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW DC 50 kW | AC 2.8 kW AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW DC 50 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 100 kW, 0:14 DC 50 kW, 0:27 AC 7.2 kW, 4:16 | DC 50 kW, 0:41 AC 11 kW, 3:50 AC 7.4 kW, 5:42 AC 3.7 kW, 11:24 AC 2.8 kW, 15:04 | DC 50 kW, 0:32 AC 11 kW, 3:00 AC 7.4 kW, 4:28 AC 3.7 kW, 8:56 AC 2.8 kW, 11:47 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Alloy pedals (S) Cargo cover (S) Center armrest storage (S) Metallic paint (O) Rear center armrest with cupholders (S) Advanced dual front airbags with Occupant Classification System (S) Anti-lock Braking System (S) Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection (S) Blind Spot Detection (BSD) with Rear Cross-traffic Alert (RCTA) and Lane Change Assist (S) Brake Assist (S) Driver and front passenger side-impact airbags (S) Driver Attention Warning (S) Driver's blind spot mirror (S) Driver's knee airbag (S) Electronic Brake-force Distribution (S) Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) (S) Electronic Stability Control (S) Energy-absorbing steering column (S) Front and rear parking sensors (S) Front and rear side-curtain airbags (S) Front seatbelt pretensioners and force limiters (S) Lane Keep Assist (LKA) (S) Rear LATCH (S) Rear parking sensors (S) Rearview camera (S) Remote keyless entry system with alarm (S) Smart Cruise Control (S) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with individual tire pressure indicator (S) Traction Control System (S) Vehicle Stability Management (S) 12V power outlet (S) 7-inch display audio system with high-resolution touchscreen (S) 7-inch LCD instrument cluster (S) 8-inch navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen (S) AM/FM/HD Radio/SiriusXM audio system (S) Android Auto & Apple CarPlay (S) Blue Link Guidance Package (for 3 years, enrollment required) (S) Bluetooth hands-free phone system with voice recognition (S) Clari-Fi Music Restoration Technology (S) Complimentary SiriusXM activation and 3-month trial subscription (S) Free standard three-year Blue Link services (S) Infinity Premium Audio with 8 speakers including center channel and subwoofer (S) Proximity Key entry with push button start (S) Smartphone/USB and auxiliary input jacks (S) USB port in center console (charge only) (S) Wireless device charging (S) Automatic temperature control with Auto Defogging System (S) Floor console-mounted rear-seat HVAC vents (S) Ventilated driver and front passener seats (S) Heat pump (S) 10-way power driver seat with power lumbar support (S) 6-way driver and front passenger seats with seat height adjustment (S) 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback (S) Adjustable head restraints for all seating positions (S) Heated front seats (S) Heated rear seats (S) Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver seat (S) Leather-wrapped steering wheel (S) Steering-wheel-mounted audio, Bluetooth and cruise controls (S) Tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel (S) Aero-type wiper design (S) Chrome beltline molding (S) Chrome door handles (S) Door handle approach light (S) Front passenger window auto-down/up (S) Front windshield 2-speed intermittent, mist function (S) Lower door side molding (S) Power door locks (S) Power tilt-and-slide sunroof (S) Power window lock-out button (S) Power windows with driver's auto-down/up (S) Premium door sill plates (S) Rear window defroster (S) Solar control glass (S) Sunvisor extensions (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink and compass (S) Dual illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Dual power-folding side mirrors with puddle lamps (S) Heated side mirrors (S) Manual-folding bodycolor power side mirrors (S) Side mirrors with turn-signal indicators (S) Automatic headlight control (S) Headlights with Dynamic Bending Light (S) HID headlights with LED light guide (S) High Beam Assist (S) Illuminated ignition (S) LED Daytime Running Lights (S) LED interior illumination (S) LED tail lamps (S) Rear Spoiler with Integrated LED Brake Light (S) Leather seating surfaces (S) Premium cloth seating (S) | Rear cupholders (S) Adaptive Cruise/Speed Control (O) Brake Assist System (S) Camera-based cruise control with Stop&Go function (O) City brake function (O) Collision Warning System (O) Cornering Brake Control (S) Electronic Brake Distribution (S) Electronic hand brake (S) Engine Start Button (S) Front and rear park distance control (S) Front and side airbags (S) Front radar (S) Full-length side curtain airbags (S) Hill holder (S) Immobilizer (S) Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S) Pasrking Assistance (O) Passenger Assist Handles (S) Pedestrian and collision warning (O) Proactive driving assistant (O) Rear camera and radar (S) Service Interval Indicator (S) Speed limit info (O) Standard Cruise/Speed Control (S) Theft Deterrent System (S) Traffic jam assistant (O) 10.3-inch multi-funciton touchscreen (O) 12V power outlet (S) 200GB internal HD (O) 6.5-inch touchscreen (S) AM/FM Radio, Digital Radio (S) Bluetooth (S) BMW Apps (O) BMW iDrive (S) BMW Online with MyInfo (O) Coming Home Device (S) ConnectedDrive Services (S) Garage Door Opener (S) Internal HD (S) Keyless entry (S) MP3 Player (O) Navigation (S) Remote Audio Controls (S) Satellite radio (S) 4 x sepakers, standard audio system (S) Smart Card/Key (S) 12 x speakers, 360 watt, Harmon/Kardon Premium Sound (O) Text To Speech / Speech To Text (O) Wi-Fi hotspot (O) Wireless charging pad (O) Climate control (S) Remote control (S) Ventilation System (S) Head Restraints (S) Heated front seats (S) Isofix Preparation (S) Leather-trimmed, tilt telescoping (S) Door Entry Light (S) Heated washer (S) Moonroof (O) Power Locks (S) Power Locks, With Passive Access (Card Key) (S) Tinted glass windows (S) Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (S) Automatic rear-view mirror (S) Foldable side mirrors (S) Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror (S) Memory adjustment (S) Toned heated driver and passenger power side mirrors with turn signals (S) Adaptive LED headlights with turn lights and high beam assist (O) Headlight Control, Dusk Sensor (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights with cornering lights (S) LED taillights (S) Alloy Look On Instrument Panel And Shift Knob (S) Cargo Area Cover (S) Cloth (S) Dark Oak wood trim (O) Electronic Brown Trim (S) Eucalyptus wood trim (O) Leather and cloth (S) Mega Carum Spice Grey SensaTec with Brown Cloth highlights (S) Tera Dark Truffle Vernasca Leather (S) Titanium Look On Instrument Panel (S) Wood/Woodgrain On Instrument Panel (S) | Rear cupholders (S) Adaptive Cruise/Speed Control (O) Brake Assist System (S) Camera-based cruise control with Stop&Go function (O) City brake function (O) Collision Warning System (O) Cornering Brake Control (S) Electronic Brake Distribution (S) Electronic hand brake (S) Engine Start Button (S) Front and side airbags (S) Front radar (O) Full-length side curtain airbags (S) Hill holder (S) Immobilizer (S) Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S) Parking distance sensors (O) Parking Distance Sensors, Rear Radar (S) Passenger Assist Handles (S) Pedestrian and collision warning (O) Proactive driving assistant (O) Rear camera and radar (O) Service Interval Indicator (S) Speed limit info (O) Standard Cruise/Speed Control (S) Theft Deterrent System (S) Traffic jam assistant (O) 10.3-inch multi-funciton touchscreen (O) 12V power outlet (S) 200GB internal HD (O) 6.5-inch touchscreen (S) AM/FM Radio, Digital Radio (S) Bluetooth (S) BMW Apps (O) BMW iDrive (O) BMW Online with MyInfo (O) Coming Home Device (S) Garage Door Opener (S) Internal HD (S) Keyless entry (S) MP3 Player (O) Navigation (S) Remote Audio Controls (S) Satellite radio (S) 4 x sepakers, standard audio system (S) Smart Card/Key (S) 12 x speakers, 360 watt, Harmon/Kardon Premium Sound (O) Text To Speech / Speech To Text (O) Climate control (S) Remote control (S) Ventilation System (S) Head Restraints (S) Heated front seats (S) Isofix Preparation (S) Leather-trimmed, tilt telescoping (S) Door Entry Light (S) Heated washer (S) Moonroof (O) Power Locks (S) Power Locks, With Passive Access (Card Key) (S) Tinted glass windows (S) Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (S) Automatic rear-view mirror (S) Foldable side mirrors (S) Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror (S) Memory adjustment (S) Toned heated driver and passenger power side mirrors with turn signals (S) Headlight Control, Dusk Sensor (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Alloy Look On Instrument Panel And Shift Knob (S) Cargo Area Cover (S) Cloth (S) Cloth/Synthetic Leather (S) Dark Oak wood trim (O) Eucalyptus wood trim (O) Leather (S) Leather and cloth (S) Titanium Look On Instrument Panel (S) Wood/Woodgrain On Instrument Panel (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | Hyundai IONIQ Electric has been announced in July 2016 for the 2017 model year and remains almost unchanged until MY 2019. | BMW i3 interior worlds have different names and variants in different markets. In the US they are Deka World / Mega World / Giga World / Tera World. In the UK they are Atelier / Lodge / Loft / Suite. | BMW i3 interior worlds have different names and variants in different markets. In the US they are Deka World / Mega World / Giga World / Tera World. In the UK they are Atelier / Lodge / Loft / Suite. |
| 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 28 kWh | 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh | 2018 BMW i3 33 kWh |