Comparison between:
- 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh
- 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro Performance Family
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh | 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro Performance Family | |
| Series | - | ID. |
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| Model alias | - | ID.3 Family |
| Trim | 33 kWh | Pro Performance Family |
| Model year | 2017 | 2021 |
| Market | North America, Europe | Europe |
| Price | - | GBP 37,650 (UK, Feb 2021) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Protonic Blue Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Mineral Grey Metallic Platinum Silver Ionic Silver | Glacier White Silver Metallic Manganese Grey Metallic Penny Copper Metallic Makena Turquoise Metallic Stonewashed Blue Metallic Scale Silver Metallic Moonstone Grey |
| Interior colors | - | Platinum Grey-Dusty Grey |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 |
| Length | 157.4 in 3999 mm | 167.8 in 4261 mm |
| Width | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 71.2 in 1809 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.2 in 2037 mm | - |
| Height | 62.1 in 1578 mm | 61.7 in 1568 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 109.1 in 2770 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 60.9 in 1548 mm |
| Rear track | 61.3 in 1557 mm | 60.0 in 1525 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 39.3 in 997 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | - |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | - |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | - |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1028 mm | - |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | - |
| Passenger volume | 2379.0 l 84.01 ft3 2.38 m3 | - |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 385.0 l 13.60 ft3 0.39 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1267.0 l 44.74 ft3 1.27 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2744.76 lb 1245 kg | 3979.34 lb 1805 kg |
| Payload | 936.96 lb 425 kg | 1025.15 lb 465 kg |
| GVWR | 3681.72 lb 1670 kg | 5004.49 lb 2270 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | 0.267 Cd |
| Additional information | Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1320 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1745 kg | Permissible load on the front axle - 1060 kg Permissible load on the rear axle - 1260 kg |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | - | APP 310 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Brushless DC |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | - |
| Torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort | Eco Comfort Sport |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.30 s | 7.30 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km EPA: 114.0 mi / 183.5 km | WLTP: 261.0 mi / 420.0 km WLTP: 356.0 mi / 573.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 12.6 kWh/100 km EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 106 MPGe EPA, CMB: 118 MPGe EPA, CTY: 129 MPGe | NEDC, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 14.9 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 10.2 m 33.46 ft |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.665 | - |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Drums |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx20 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 | 7.5Jx18 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 155/60R20 155/70R19 84Q 175/60R19 84Q 175/50R20 | 215/55R18 T |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | LG Chem |
| Model | - | LGX E78 (NCM712) |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 33.2 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Number of cells | 96 | - |
| Number of modules | 8 | 9 |
| Voltage | 353 V | 408 V |
| Energy density | - | 265 Wh/kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Water-based coolant circulation |
| Additional information | The net battery capacity is 27.2 kWh Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L Optional battery heating system | Estimated gross capacity - 62 kWh |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | Household charging, 2.8 kW BMW i Wallbox 3.7 kW, 3.7 kW BMW i Wallbox 7.4 kW, 7.4 kW BMW i Wallbox 11 kW, 11 kW DC fast charging, 50 kW | Wallbox, 11 kW DC charging, 100 kW |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW Onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1, 11 kW | - |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC fast charging, 0:32 BMW i Wallbox 11 kW, 3:00 BMW i Wallbox 7.4 kW, 4:28 BMW i Wallbox 3.7 kW, 8:56 Household charging, 11:47 | DC charging 100 kW, 0:28-0:30 Wallbox 11 kW, 5:17 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | 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) 12V power outlet (S) 200GB internal HD (O) AM/FM Radio, Digital Radio (S) Bluetooth (S) BMW Apps (O) BMW ConnectedDrive (S) BMW Online with MyInfo (O) Coming Home Device (S) Garage Door Opener (S) Internal HD (S) Keyless entry (S) MP3 Player (O) Multi-funciton touchscreen (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) 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) | Removable luggage compartment floor (S) Stainless steel pedals with play/pause design (S) Airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Automatic Braking System (ABS) (S) Automatic Distance Control with Stop & Go (S) Crash warning system (S) Driver drowsiness detection (S) ECall emergency call system (S) Electronic brake force distribution (S) Electronic immobilizer (S) Emergency Brake Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection (S) First aid kit, warning triangle and safety vest (S) Front Assist with proactive occupant protection (S) Front head and side airbags with center airbag (S) Front seats with lumbar support and massage function (O) ISOFIX on outer rear seats and front passenger seat (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Park Distance Control, rear radar (S) Rearview camera (S) Speed limiter (S) Theft alarm with interior monitoring, back-up horn and tow-away protection (S) Three-point automatic seat belts at the front with belt tensioners (S) Tire control display (S) Tool kit and tire mobility set: 12 volt compressor and tire sealant (S) Traffic signs recognition (S) 10-inch multi-touch display (S) 5.3-inch insturment cluster (S) App-Connect including App-Connect Wireless for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (S) Bluetooth for mobiles and music streaming (S) DAB+ digital radio (S) Dicover Pro navigation system (S) Inductive smartphone charging (S) Intelligent Natural Voice control (S) Keyless locking and starting system with safe fuse (S) 4 x speaker audio system (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports at the front (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports at the rear (S) Air Care Climatronic air conditioning system with 2- Zone Temperature Control (S) 60/40 folding rear seats (S) Armrests for front seats (S) Centre console with illuminated storage compartment with roller blind, 2 cup holders (S) Electronically adjustable ergoActive-front seats with memory function (O) Front seats with mechanical backrest angle adjustment and mechanical length adjustment (S) Heated front seats (S) Thigh support (O) Multifunction steering wheel in leather, heated, with touch controls (S) Electronic windows lifters with pulse switching (S) Fixed rear window with wipers with interval switching (S) Front windscreen washer nozzles automatically heated (S) Green thermal insulation glazing, sides and rear (S) Heated and electrically adjustable exterior mirrors (S) Intermittent wiper control (S) Panoramic sunroof (S) Rain sensor (S) Tinted rear side windows and boot window (S) Windshield wipe-wash system (S) Aspherical exterior mirror on driver's side, convex on passenger's side (S) Electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors (S) Lighted mirrors on sun visors (S) Passenger side mirror lowering (S) Rearview mirror auto dimming (S) 30-color ambient lighting (S) Ambient lighting with logo projection (S) Dynamic high beam control "Dynamic Light Assist" (S) Illuminated door handles (S) Illuminated strip between headlights (S) LED matrix front lights with DRLs and fog lights (S) LED taillights with dynamic flashing light (S) Welcome function (S) Door and side panels in synthetic leather (S) Fragment fabric (S) Seat panels in Flow fabric (S) |
| 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh | 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro Performance Family |