Comparison between:
- 2014 BMW i3 22 kWh
- 2013 FIAT 500e
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2014 BMW i3 22 kWh | 2013 FIAT 500e | |
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| Trim | 22 kWh | - |
| Model year | 2014 | 2013 |
| Market | North America, Europe | North America |
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 |
| Exterior colors | Ionic Silver Metallic Capparis White Laurel Gray Metallic Andesite Silver Metallic Solar Orange Metallic Arravani Gray | Black Grey Silver White Pearl Tri-Coat Electric Orange Pearl Tri-Coat |
| Interior colors | Carum Spice Gray (Mega and Giga World trims) Cassia (Giga World trim) Dalberghia Brown (Tera World trim) | Black/Electric Orange Steam/Electric Orange |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 157.4 in 3999 mm | 142.4 in 3617 mm |
| Width | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 64.1 in 1627 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.2 in 2037 mm | - |
| Height | 62.1 in 1578 mm | 60.1 in 1527 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 90.6 in 2300 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 55.4 in 1407 mm |
| Rear track | 61.3 in 1557 mm | 55.0 in 1397 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 38.9 in 989 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | 35.6 in 903 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | 49.4 in 1255 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | 46.4 in 1179 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 47.8 in 1215 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 42.6 in 1083 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 40.7 in 1035 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | 27.6 in 702 mm |
| Total volume | - | 2027.5 l 71.60 ft3 2.03 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 198.2 l 7.00 ft3 0.20 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 2634.52 lb 1195 kg | 2987.26 lb 1355 kg |
| Payload | 936.96 lb 425 kg | - |
| GVWR | 3571.49 lb 1620 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | 0.311 Cd |
| Additional information | Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1270 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1695 kg | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front |
| Power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 83 kW 111.3 hp 112.8 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | - |
| Torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 200 Nm 20.4 kgm 147.5 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Comfort Eco Pro Eco Pro+ | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 77.7 mph 125.0 km/h | 85.1 mph 137.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.20 s | - |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 6.90 s | - |
| Additional information | Eco Pro+ mode top speed - 90 km/h | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 118.1 mi / 190.0 km EPA: 80.8 mi / 130.0 km | EPA: 87.0 mi / 140.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 12.9 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 27 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe EPA, CMB: 124 MPGe EPA, CTY: 137 MPGe | EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 108 MPGe EPA, CMB: 116 MPGe EPA, CTY: 122 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | 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 | 9.54 m 31.30 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 3 |
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) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.665 | 9.59 |
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 | MacPherson strut Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link Independent Coil springs (helical springs) | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | - |
| Additional information | - | Front rotor size and type - 284 x 22 mm Rear rotor size and type - 251 x 11 mm |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx20 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 | 5.5Jx15 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 155/70R19 155/70R19 84Q 155/60R20 175/60R19 175/55R20 | 185/55R15 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | - |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 22 kWh | 24 kWh |
| Number of cells | 96 | 97 |
| Number of modules | 8 | - |
| Voltage | 360 V | 364 V |
| Weight | 449.74 lb 204 kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Air convection Water-based coolant circulation |
| Additional information | The net battery capacity is 18.8 kWh Battery warming system Uses 120 Ah square cells Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L | Passive and active cooling Active heating |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | Household charging, 3.7 kW BMW i Wallbox, 7.4 kW DC fast charging, 50 kW | Wallbox, 6.6 kW DC charging, 40 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 1 CCS1, 6.6 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, 0:22 BMW i Wallbox, 2:59 Household charging, 5:57 | DC Charging, 0:36 Wallbox, 3:39 |
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) 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) Immobilizer (S) Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S) Parking distance sensors (O) Parking Distance Sensors, Rear Radar (S) Passenger Assist Handles (S) Rear camera and radar (O) Service Interval Indicator (S) Standard Cruise/Speed Control (S) Theft Deterrent System (S) 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) Telematics (S) Trip computer (S) Voice-activating system (O) Wide Screen Navigation System, with Internal HD and Traffic Info (O) Climate control (S) Remote control (S) Ventilation System (S) Head Restraints (S) Heated front seats (O) Isofix Preparation (S) Leather-trimmed, tilt telescoping (S) Door Entry Light (S) Power Locks (S) Power Locks, With Passive Access (Card Key) (S) Power windows (S) Remote Trunk/Hatch Release (S) Sunroof (S) Tinted glass windows (S) Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (S) Automatic rear-view mirror (S) Body-color driver and passenger power side mirrors with turn signals (S) Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror (S) Memory adjustment (S) Headlight Control (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Cargo Area Cover (S) Leather (S) Leather and wool cloth (S) Sensatec and sustainable cloth (S) | Push-button e-shift with illuminated gear position indication (S) Wheels with Black/Electric Orange accented inserts (O) Advanced multi-stage driver and front-passenger air bags (S) Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (S) BeltAlert for front seats (S) Brake Assist (S) Brake/Park interlock (S) Constant-force retractors (CFR) (S) Driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side air bags (pelvic-thorax) (S) Driver inflatable knee air bag (S) e-Park prawl (S) Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) (S) Electronic stability control (ESC) (S) Front and rear side-curtain air bags (S) Hill-start Assist (HSA) (S) Intelligent battery sensor (IBS) (S) LATCH (S) Occupant restraint controller (ORC) (S) ParkSense rear park assist system (S) Reactive head restraints (front seats) (S) Remote keyless/illuminated entry system (S) Sentry Key engine immobilizer (S) Three-point seat belts for all positions (S) Tire pressure monitor system (S) Traction control system (TCS) (S) Vehicle theft security alarm (S) 12-volt power outlet (S) 4.3-inch touch display with TomTom Navigation, BLUE&ME Handsfree (S) 7-inch TFT display (instrument cluster) (S) AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA Radio (S) Auxiliary input jack (S) Bluetooth (S) Driver selectable Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with trip computer (S) Key fob - remote keyless entry with folding shank (S) 6 x premium speakers and a 276W amplifier (S) SiriusXM Radio (S) USB Port with iPod control (S) Automatic temperature control with humidity sensor (S) Cabin air filtration (S) 50/50 split/fold-down rear seat (S) Driver's seat with manual height adjuster, easy entry and seatback memory (S) Heated driver and front-passenger seats (O) Leather wrapped steering wheel with audio and cruise controls (S) Steering column with manual tilt (S) Front power windows with express one-touch down (S) Front, parallel-action, variable-intermittent wipers (S) Liftgate mounted spoiler, body color (S) Rear, variable-intermittent wipers (S) Rear-window defroster (S) Sunroof - power with vent and one-touch express open (O) Tinted glass (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Electric Orange exterior mirrors (O) Power adjustable, heated, with driver's side spotter mirror and manual foldaway (S) Sun visors with vanity mirrors (S) Bi-halogen projector headlamps (S) Black accented headlamp, tail lamp and lower turn signal lamps (O) Chrome lower turn signal lamps (S) Chromed headlamp bezels (S) Chromed tail lamp bezels (S) Daytime-running lamps (DRL) (S) Halogen fog lamps (S) LED center high-mounted signal lamp (CHMSL) (S) Fabric (S) Leather (O) Steam/Electric Orange interior colour (O) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | 2013 - 2019 FIAT 500e is produced in Mexico (Toluca). The Fiat 500e remains unchanged until 2015 when the 2015 Fiat 500e features two new exterior colors and a redesigned center console. |
| 2014 BMW i3 22 kWh | 2013 FIAT 500e |