Comparison between:
- 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier
- 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier | 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh | |
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| Trim | Premier | 33 kWh |
| Model year | 2021 | 2017 |
| Market | North America | North America, Europe |
| Price | USD 42,695 (USA, Feb 2021) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Nightfall Grey Metallic Cayenne Orange Metallic Oasis Blue Summit White Silver Ice Metallic Cajun Red Tintcoat Kinetic Blue Metallic Mosaic Black Metallic Slate Gray Metallic | Protonic Blue Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Mineral Grey Metallic Platinum Silver Ionic Silver |
| Interior colors | Dark Galvanized with Sky Cool Gray accents Dark Galvanized Grey | - |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 4 |
| Length | 164.0 in 4166 mm | 157.4 in 3999 mm |
| Width | 69.5 in 1765 mm | 69.9 in 1775 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | 80.2 in 2037 mm |
| Height | 62.8 in 1594 mm | 62.1 in 1578 mm |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in 2601 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm |
| Front track | 59.1 in 1501 mm | 61.9 in 1572 mm |
| Rear track | 59.1 in 1501 mm | 61.3 in 1557 mm |
| Clearance | 6.0 in 152 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.7 in 1008 mm | 39.6 in 1006 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.9 in 963 mm | 37.2 in 945 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 54.6 in 1387 mm | 53.6 in 1361 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 52.8 in 1341 mm | 49.2 in 1250 mm |
| Front hip room | 51.6 in 1311 mm | - |
| Rear hip room | 50.8 in 1290 mm | - |
| Front legroom | 41.6 in 1057 mm | 40.5 in 1028 mm |
| Rear legroom | 36.5 in 927 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm |
| Passenger volume | 2673.0 l 94.40 ft3 2.67 m3 | 2379.0 l 84.01 ft3 2.38 m3 |
| Total volume | 3152.0 l 111.31 ft3 3.15 m3 | - |
| Trunk volume | 479.0 l 16.92 ft3 0.48 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1603.0 l 56.61 ft3 1.60 m3 | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3562.67 lb 1616 kg | 2744.76 lb 1245 kg |
| Payload | 950.19 lb 431 kg | 936.96 lb 425 kg |
| GVWR | 4512.86 lb 2047 kg | 3681.72 lb 1670 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.308 Cd | 0.29 Cd |
| Additional information | Overhang front / rear - 836 mm / 730 mm | Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1320 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1745 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 | Front | Rear |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 4800 rpm |
| Torque | 360 Nm 36.7 kgm 265.5 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Normal Sport Drive Low | Eco Eco+ Comfort |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 90.1 mph 145.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | - | 7.30 s |
| Acceleration from 80 to 120 km/h | 4.50 s | - |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 6.90 s | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA: 259.0 mi / 416.8 km | NEDC: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km EPA: 114.0 mi / 183.5 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 108 MPGe EPA, CMB: 118 MPGe EPA, CTY: 127 MPGe | 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 |
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 | 10.8 m 35.43 ft | 9.86 m 32.35 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.91 | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 7.05 | 9.665 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Coil springs (helical springs) Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Shock absorbers Semi-independent | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Ventilated discs |
| Additional information | Front brake rotor diameter: 276 mm / 11 in Rear brake rotor diamete: 264 mm / 10 in | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 6.5Jx17 | 5Jx20 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 215/50R17 H | 155/60R20 155/70R19 84Q 175/60R19 84Q 175/50R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | LG Chem | Samsung SDI |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 66 kWh | 33.2 kWh |
| Number of cells | 288 | 96 |
| Number of modules | 10 | 8 |
| Voltage | 350 V | 353 V |
| Weight | 947.99 lb 430 kg | - |
| Volume | 285.0 l 10.06 ft3 0.28 m3 | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation | AC refrigerant-based cooling system |
| Additional information | With active thermal conditioning Cell height - 3.9 in Cell width - 13.1 in | The net battery capacity is 27.2 kWh Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L Optional battery heating system |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | Household charging, 1.44 kW Wallbox 3.84 kW, 3.84 kW Wallbox 7.68 kW, 7.68 kW DC fast charging, 55 kW | 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 |
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 Optional onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1 | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2 Onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1 |
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, 0:58-1:12 Wallbox 7.68 kW, 8:36 Wallbox 3.84 kW, 17:12 Household charging, 45:50 | 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 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Body-color shark fin antenna (S) False cargo floor (S) Front license plate bracket (O) High Gloss Black grille (S) Incomplete vehicle designation (O) Rear cargo cover (S) Rear center armrest (S) Roof-mounted side rails (S) Tailgate-mounted rear spoiler (S) Two front cupholders (S) Automatic Emergency Braking (O) Automatic emergency breaking (O) Blind Spot Alert (O) Cruise Control (S) Drag control (S) Driver and front passenger dual-stage frontal airbags, includes Passenger Sensing System (O) Driver and front passenger knee airbags (O) Dual-stage frontal, driver and right-front passenger (S) Electric Parking Brake (S) Electronic brake force distribution (S) Following Distance Indicator (O) Forward Collision Alert (O) Four-channel ABS (S) Front Pedestrian Braking (O) GM Electronic Precision Shift (EPS) shifter (S) HD Surround Vision (S) Head curtain side-impact, front and rear outboard seating positions (S) Head-curtain side-impact and thorax side-impact seat-mounted for front outboard seating positions (O) Knee for driver and front passenger (S) Lane Departure Warning System (O) Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning (O) LATCH system (S) Low Speed Forward Automatic Braking (O) Overtaking Sensor (O) Parking Assistance (S) Pedestrian Safety Signal (S) Rear Camera Mirror (S) Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (S) Rear doors child locks (S) Remote Keyless Entry, star and panic alarm (S) Side blind zone alert with lane change alert (S) StabiliTrak, electronic stability control system with traction control (S) Thorax side-impact seat-mounted for side-front outboard seating positions (S) Thorax side-impact seat-mounted, side-rear outboard seating positions (S) Tire inflation kit (O) Traction control system (S) 10.2-inch touchscreen with MyLink infotainment system (S) 12V power outlet (S) Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support (S) Charging-only USB ports (O) Driver Information Center with an 8-inch multi-color graphic display (S) EV Navigation Mapping (S) Keyless Open and Start (S) OnStar with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi for up to 7 devices (S) SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite radio (S) 7 x speaker Bose premium audio system (O) 6 x speakers (S) Wireless Device Charging (O) Automatic climate control with air filters (S) Rear heat duct (S) 6-way manual-adjustable driver and front passenger seats (S) 60/40 split folding for rear seats (S) Front bucket seats (S) Front passenger seatback map pocket (S) Heated front seats (S) Heated rear outboard seats (S) Rear armrest with two cupholders (S) Automatic heated steering wheel (S) Leather-wrapped steering wheel (S) Steering Wheel Adjustment (S) Body-color door handles with chrome strip (S) Front intermittent wipers (S) Power windows and door locks (S) Rear child security door locks (S) Rear intermittent wiper (S) Rear window defogger (S) Solar absorbing glass (S) Black heated power outside mirrors with integrated turn signal indicators (S) Sun visors with sliding vanity mirrors (S) Automatic on/off headlamps (S) HID projector beam headlights (S) High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps (S) Incandescent cargo lamp (S) IntelliBeam headlamps (O) LED daytime running lights (S) LED taillamps (S) Lighting, interior, ambient instrument panel (S) All-Weather Cargo Mat (O) All-Weather Floor Mats, front and rear (O) Perforated leather (S) Rear carpeted floor mats (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) 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) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | Built on the GM BEV2 platform | - |
| 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier | 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh |