Comparison between:
- 2021 BMW i3s 42 kWh
- 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech EV52
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2021 BMW i3s 42 kWh | 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 | |
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| Trim | 42 kWh | EV52 |
| Model year | 2021 (MY21) | 2025 (MY25) |
| Market | North America, Europe | Europe |
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 Aluminum |
| Exterior colors | Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic | Pop Yellow Pop Green Night Blue Pearl White Black-Pearl-Black |
| Interior colors | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown | Gray Denim Blue |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 |
| Length | 157.7 in 4006 mm | 154.4 in 3922 mm |
| Width | 70.5 in 1791 mm | 69.8 in 1774 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | 79.5 in 2020 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | - | 71.2 in 1808 mm |
| Height | 62.6 in 1590 mm | 59.0 in 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 100.0 in 2540 mm |
| Front track | 62.7 in 1592 mm | - |
| Rear track | 62.1 in 1578 mm | - |
| Front overhang | 28.1 in 714 mm | 24.9 in 633 mm |
| Rear overhang | 28.4 in 722 mm | 29.5 in 749 mm |
| Clearance | 5.2 in 131 mm | 5.7 in 145 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 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 hip room | - | 54.4 in 1382 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 53.4 in 1357 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1028 mm | - |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | - |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 326.0 l 11.51 ft3 0.33 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1106.0 l 39.06 ft3 1.11 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3009.31 lb 1365 kg | 3384.1 lb 1535 kg |
| Weight distribution front | 47 % | - |
| Weight distribution rear | 53 % | - |
| Payload | 970.03 lb 440 kg | - |
| GVWR | 3979.34 lb 1805 kg | 4232.88 lb 1920 kg |
| Towing capacity | - | 1102.31 lb 500 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.3 Cd | - |
| Additional information | - | Max total train weight - 2420 kg |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | Renault |
| Model | - | 6AK |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front |
| Power | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps | 110 kW 147.5 hp 149.6 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | - |
| Torque | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb | 245 Nm 25.0 kgm 180.7 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | - |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps | 110 kW 147.5 hp 149.6 ps |
| Total system torque | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb | 245 Nm 25.0 kgm 180.7 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 6.90 s | 8.00 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC, CMB: 214.4 mi / 345.0 km EPA, CMB: 152.9 mi / 246.0 km WLTP, CMB: 177.1 mi / 285.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 251.7 mi / 405.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 113 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 14.6 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 15.2 kWh/100 km |
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 | 10.31 m 33.83 ft | 10.3 m 33.79 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 2.6 |
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 | - |
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) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Multi-link |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | - | 11.7 in 296 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | - | 11.0 in 280 mm |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5.5Jx20 6Jx20 | - |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 175/55R20 89T 195/50R20 93T | 195/55R18 93H |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | 37.9 kWh | - |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | - |
| Battery capacity | - | 52 kWh |
| Battery capacity in Ah | 120 Ah | - |
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | - |
| Type | NCM622 | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | 96 | - |
| Battery cell format | Pouch | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | 8 | 4 |
| Battery voltage | 353 V | 400 V |
| Weight | - | 654.77 lb 297 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | - |
| Thermal Management | Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Heat pump |
| Additional information | 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 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 2.8 kW AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW DC 50 kW | AC 11 kW DC 100 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | 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 | DC 100 kW, 0:30 AC 22 kW, 4:51 AC 11 kW, 4:51 AC 7.4 kW, 7:47 AC 3.7 kW, 14:51 AC 2.3 kW, 28:27 |
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) 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 | The i3s arrives with sports suspension (tighter springs and dampers along with a stabiliser on the front axle) and sports steering with a correspondingly adapted steering torque characteristic. | - |
| 2021 BMW i3s 42 kWh | 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 |