Comparison between:
- 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV
- 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV
- 2012 Nissan Leaf SL
- 2015 BMW i3 22 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV | 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV | 2012 Nissan Leaf SL | 2015 BMW i3 22 kWh | |
| Series | - | - | ZE0 | - |
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| Trim | - | - | SL | 22 kWh |
| Model year | 2014 | 2015 | 2012 | 2015 |
| Market | North America, Europe, South Korea | North America, Europe, South Korea | - | North America, Europe |
| Price | USD 27,495 (USA, May 2013) | USD 25,995 (USA, Apr 2015) USD 27,495 (USA, Jun 2014) | - | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | High-strength steel | High-strength steel | Steel | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Electric Blue Silver Ice Black Granite Summit White Titanium | Electric Blue Silver Ice Black Granite Summit White Titanium Salsa Lime | Glacier Pearl Blue Ocean Brilliant Silver Super Black Cayenne Red | Ionic Silver Metallic Capparis White Laurel Gray Metallic Andesite Silver Metallic Solar Orange Metallic Arravani Gray |
| Interior colors | Electric Blue Dark Pewter | Electric Blue Dark Pewter | Light Grey | Carum Spice Gray (Mega and Giga World trims) Cassia (Giga World trim) Dalberghia Brown (Tera World trim) |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Length | 146.5 in 3720 mm | 146.5 in 3720 mm | 175.0 in 4445 mm | 157.4 in 3999 mm |
| Width | 64.1 in 1627 mm | 64.1 in 1627 mm | 69.7 in 1770 mm | 69.9 in 1775 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | - | 77.4 in 1967 mm | 80.2 in 2037 mm |
| Height | 62.6 in 1590 mm | 62.6 in 1590 mm | 61.0 in 1550 mm | 62.1 in 1578 mm |
| Wheelbase | 93.5 in 2375 mm | 93.5 in 2375 mm | 106.3 in 2700 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm |
| Front track | 55.5 in 1410 mm | 55.5 in 1410 mm | 60.6 in 1539 mm | 61.9 in 1572 mm |
| Rear track | 54.8 in 1391 mm | 54.8 in 1391 mm | 60.4 in 1534 mm | 61.3 in 1557 mm |
| Clearance | - | - | 6.3 in 160 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.4 in 1000 mm | 39.4 in 1000 mm | 41.2 in 1047 mm | 39.6 in 1006 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.3 in 948 mm | 37.3 in 948 mm | 37.3 in 948 mm | 37.2 in 945 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 50.7 in 1288 mm | 50.7 in 1288 mm | 54.3 in 1379 mm | 53.6 in 1361 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.7 in 1263 mm | 49.7 in 1263 mm | 52.5 in 1334 mm | 49.2 in 1250 mm |
| Front hip room | 48.0 in 1218 mm | 48.0 in 1218 mm | 51.5 in 1308 mm | - |
| Rear hip room | 47.5 in 1206 mm | 47.5 in 1206 mm | 50.0 in 1270 mm | - |
| Front legroom | 42.0 in 1067 mm | 42.0 in 1067 mm | 42.1 in 1069 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm |
| Rear legroom | 35.2 in 893 mm | 35.2 in 893 mm | 33.3 in 846 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm |
| Passenger volume | 2444.0 l 86.31 ft3 2.44 m3 | 2444.0 l 86.31 ft3 2.44 m3 | 2617.0 l 92.42 ft3 2.62 m3 | - |
| Total volume | 2717.0 l 95.95 ft3 2.72 m3 | 2717.0 l 95.95 ft3 2.72 m3 | 3194.0 l 112.80 ft3 3.19 m3 | - |
| Trunk volume | 273.0 l 9.64 ft3 0.27 m3 | 273.0 l 9.64 ft3 0.27 m3 | 410.6 l 14.50 ft3 0.41 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 663.0 l 23.41 ft3 0.66 m3 | 663.0 l 23.41 ft3 0.66 m3 | 679.6 l 24.00 ft3 0.68 m3 | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2967.42 lb 1346 kg | 2866.01 lb 1300 kg | 3401.73 lb 1543 kg | 2634.52 lb 1195 kg |
| Payload | - | - | 923.74 lb 419 kg | 936.96 lb 425 kg |
| GVWR | - | - | 4323.26 lb 1961 kg | 3571.49 lb 1620 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.326 Cd | 0.326 Cd | 0.29 Cd | 0.29 Cd |
| Additional information | Front overhang - 790 mm. Rear overhang - 555 mm. | Front overhang - 790 mm. Rear overhang - 555 mm. | - | 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 | General Motors | General Motors | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | - | - | EM61 | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Front | Front | Front | Rear |
| Voltage | - | - | 345 V | - |
| Power | 104 kW 139.5 hp 141.4 ps | 105 kW 140.8 hp 142.8 ps | 80 kW 107.3 hp 108.8 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | - | - | 4800 rpm |
| Torque | 542 Nm 55.3 kgm 399.8 ft-lb | 444 Nm 45.3 kgm 327.5 ft-lb | 280 Nm 28.6 kgm 206.5 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Normal Sport | Normal Sport | - | Comfort Eco Pro Eco Pro+ |
| Additional information | The motor is oil-cooled. | The motor is oil-cooled. | - | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 90.1 mph 145.0 km/h | 90.1 mph 145.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 77.7 mph 125.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | - | - | - | 7.20 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 7.90 s | 7.20 s | 9.90 s | 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 | EPA: 51.0 mi / 82.0 km | EPA: 51.0 mi / 82.0 km | NEDC: 108.7 mi / 175.0 km EPA: 73.0 mi / 117.5 km | NEDC: 118.1 mi / 190.0 km EPA: 80.8 mi / 130.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CMB: 28 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 109 MPGe EPA, CMB: 119 MPGe EPA, CTY: 128 MPGe | EPA, CMB: 28 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 109 MPGe EPA, CMB: 119 MPGe EPA, CTY: 128 MPGe | EPA, CMB: 21.1 kWh/100 km EPA, CMB: 34 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 92 MPGe EPA, CMB: 99 MPGe EPA, CTY: 106 MPGe | 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 |
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 | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.3 m 33.79 ft | 10.3 m 33.79 ft | 10.4 m 34.12 ft | 9.86 m 32.35 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.8 | 2.8 | - | - |
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 | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 3.17 | 3.87 | 7.9377 | 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) | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Coil springs (helical springs) | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Coil springs (helical springs) | Live axle (beam axle / rigid axle / solid axle) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Multi-link Independent Coil springs (helical springs) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Discs | Ventilated discs |
| Additional information | Brake rotor diameter front (single piston): 256 mm Brake rotor diameter rear (single piston): 258 mm | Brake rotor diameter front (single piston): 256 mm Brake rotor diameter rear (single piston): 258 mm | Hydraulic dual-circuit braking system | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | - | - | 6.5Jx16 ET40 | 5Jx20 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 185/55R15 195/55R15 | 185/55R15 195/55R15 | 205/55R16 89H | 155/70R19 84Q 155/70R19 155/60R20 175/60R19 175/55R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | A123 Systems | LG Chem | AESC | Samsung SDI |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 21.3 kWh | 18.4 kWh | 24 kWh | 22 kWh |
| Number of cells | 336 | 192 | 192 | 96 |
| Number of modules | - | - | 48 | 8 |
| Voltage | - | 400 V | 364.8 V | 360 V |
| Energy density | - | - | 157 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | 559.97 lb 254 kg | 473.99 lb 215 kg | 601.86 lb 273 kg | 449.74 lb 204 kg |
| Volume | 133.0 l 4.70 ft3 0.13 m3 | 139.0 l 4.91 ft3 0.14 m3 | 485.0 l 17.13 ft3 0.48 m3 | - |
| Location | - | - | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation | Water-based coolant circulation | Air convection (passive) | Water-based coolant circulation |
| Minimum ambient temperature | - | - | -25 °C -13 °F | - |
| Maximum ambient temperature | - | - | 49 °C 120.2 °F | - |
| Additional information | The battery uses nanophosphate as the active cathode material in the Li-Ion batteries of A123 Systems. A liquid thermal management system cools and heats the battery. | - | Stacked laminated LiMn2O4 with LiNiO2/Graphite Battery heater Auxiliary 12-volt lead-acid battery | The net battery capacity is 18.8 kWh Battery warming system Uses 120 Ah square cells Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | DC fast charging, 50 kW | DC fast charging, 50 kW | EVSE cable, 2.3 kW Portable cable, 7.4 kW | Household charging, 3.7 kW BMW i Wallbox, 7.4 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, 3.6 kW Quick charge port, Type 4, 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 fast charging, 0:20-0:25 | DC fast charging, 0:20-0:25 | Quick charge port, 0:23-0:29 Portable cable, 6:40-8:00 EVSE cable, 10:26-21:00 | DC fast charging, 0:22 BMW i Wallbox, 2:59 Household charging, 5:57 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Adjustable head restraints (S) Anti-theft technology (S) Brake assist (S) Collapsible steering column (S) Cruise control (S) Electronic parking break (S) Four-wheel ABS (S) Hill Start Assist (S) Immobilizer (S) LATCH child seat attachment system (S) OnStar safety and security system (3 years free) (S) Rollover sensing system (S) Seat belt pretensioners in the front seats (S) StabiliTrak stability control (S) 10 x standard airbags (S) Standard electronic brakeforce distribution (S) Three-point safety belts in all four seats (S) Traction control (S) 7-inch LCD display (S) Bluetooth capability (S) Chevrolet MyLink, USB port, auxiliary input jack (S) Push-button start (S) Remote keyless entry (S) SiriusXM Satellite Radio (three-month trial period) (S) 6 x speakers (S) Remote start/cabin pre-conditioning (S) Heated front seats (O) Leather-wrapped (O) Steering wheel-mounted controls (S) Power locks and windows (S) Fabric (S) Leatherette (O) | Adjustable head restraints (S) Anti-theft technology (S) Brake assist (S) Collapsible steering column (S) Cruise control (S) Electronic parking break (S) Four-wheel ABS (S) Hill Start Assist (S) Immobilizer (S) LATCH child seat attachment system (S) OnStar with 4G LTE (3 years free) (S) Rollover sensing system (S) Seat belt pretensioners in the front seats (S) StabiliTrak stability control (S) 10 x standard airbags (S) Standard electronic brakeforce distribution (S) Three-point safety belts in all four seats (S) Traction control (S) 7-inch LCD display (S) Bluetooth capability (S) Built-in Wi-Fi hotspot (S) Chevrolet MyLink, USB port, auxiliary input jack (S) Push-button start (S) Remote keyless entry (S) SiriusXM Satellite Radio (three-month trial period) (S) SiriusXM Satellite Radio (three-month trial period) (S) 6 x speakers (S) Remote start/cabin pre-conditioning (S) Heated front seats (O) Leather-wrapped (O) Steering wheel-mounted controls (S) Power locks and windows (S) Fabric (S) Leatherette (O) | Cargo cover (S) Photovoltaic solar panel spoiler (S) Tire repair kit (S) 3-point ALR/ELR seat belts (S) Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) (S) Brake Assist (BA) (S) Child safety rear door locks (S) Child seat upper tether anchor (S) Electric parking brake (S) Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) (S) Energy-absorbing steering column (S) Front and rear crumple zones (S) LATCH (S) Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (S) Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (S) Pretensioners and load limiters on front belts (S) RearView Monitor (S) Side door guard beams (S) Standard Roadside Assistance (S) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (S) Traction Control System (TCS) (S) Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) (S) Vehicle Security System (VSS) (S) 12-volt power outlet (S) 7-inch display (S) AM/FM/CD with MP3/WMA CD-ROM (S) Auxiliary input jack (S) Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System (S) CARWINGS telematics (S) HomeLink Universal Transceiver (S) Nissan Navigation System (S) 6 x Speakers (S) Standard trip computer (S) USB port (S) XM Satellite Radio (S) Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) (S) Rear HVAC duct (S) 4-way manual front passenger's seat (S) 6-way manual driver's seat (S) 60/40-split folding rear seats (S) Heated front and rear seats (S) 3-spoke, heated (S) Nissan Intelligent Key (S) Power door locks with auto locking (S) Power windows (S) Remote charge door release (S) Variable intermittent windshield wipers (S) Heated outside mirrots (S) Power remote-controlled outside mirrors (S) Automatic on/off headlights (S) Fog lights (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Partially recycled materials for seat fabric (S) | 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 (S) 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) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | - | - | What's new for 2015? Heated front seats satellite radio and DC fast charging are now standard. |
| 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV | 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV | 2012 Nissan Leaf SL | 2015 BMW i3 22 kWh |