Comparison between:
- 2021 Dacia Spring Electric
- 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh
- 2020 Renault Zoe R135
- 2020 Volkswagen e-up!
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2021 Dacia Spring Electric | 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh | 2020 Renault Zoe R135 | 2020 Volkswagen e-up! | |
| Series | - | - | ZE50 | - |
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| Trim | - | 33 kWh | R135 | - |
| Model year | 2021 | 2017 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Market | Europe | North America, Europe | Europe | Europe |
| Price | - | - | - | EUR 21,975 (DE, Sep 2019) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | Steel | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | - | Steel Carbon-fiber |
| Exterior colors | White Grey | Protonic Blue Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Mineral Grey Metallic Platinum Silver Ionic Silver | Celadon Blue Flame Red Quartz White Diamond Black Highland Grey Glacier White Titanium Grey Aconite Zircon Blue Quartz White | Red Black Pearl Pure White Teal Blue Honey Yellow Metallic Costa Azul Metallic Dark Silver Metallic |
| Interior colors | Grey | - | Black Grey | Black Cube Shark Skin |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | - | 4 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Length | 147.0 in 3734 mm | 157.4 in 3999 mm | - | 141.7 in 3600 mm |
| Width | 63.9 in 1622 mm | 69.9 in 1775 mm | - | 64.8 in 1645 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 69.7 in 1770 mm | 80.2 in 2037 mm | - | 75.2 in 1910 mm |
| Height | 59.7 in 1516 mm | 62.1 in 1578 mm | - | 58.7 in 1492 mm |
| Wheelbase | 95.4 in 2423 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm | - | 95.2 in 2417 mm |
| Front track | 54.5 in 1385 mm | 61.9 in 1572 mm | - | 56.2 in 1428 mm |
| Rear track | 53.7 in 1365 mm | 61.3 in 1557 mm | - | 56.1 in 1424 mm |
| Clearance | 4.7 in 120 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm | - | 5.3 in 135 mm |
| Front headroom | 35.3 in 896 mm | 39.6 in 1006 mm | - | 39.1 in 993 mm |
| Rear headroom | 33.2 in 843 mm | 37.2 in 945 mm | - | 37.3 in 947 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | 53.6 in 1361 mm | - | - |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 49.2 in 1250 mm | - | - |
| Front hip room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | - | - | 53.9 in 1369 mm |
| Rear hip room | 48.5 in 1231 mm | - | - | 54.6 in 1388 mm |
| Front legroom | - | 40.5 in 1028 mm | - | 39.7 in 1009 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | 31.9 in 810 mm | - | 31.2 in 793 mm |
| Passenger volume | - | 2379.0 l 84.01 ft3 2.38 m3 | - | - |
| Trunk volume | 270.0 l 9.53 ft3 0.27 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | - | 251.0 l 8.86 ft3 0.25 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 620.0 l 21.90 ft3 0.62 m3 | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | - | 923.0 l 32.60 ft3 0.92 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2138.48 lb 970 kg | 2744.76 lb 1245 kg | - | 2709.48 lb 1229 kg |
| Payload | - | 936.96 lb 425 kg | - | 663.59 lb 301 kg |
| GVWR | - | 3681.72 lb 1670 kg | - | 3373.07 lb 1530 kg |
| Drag coefficient | - | 0.29 Cd | - | 0.308 Cd |
| Additional information | Luggage space follows VDA norms | Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1320 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1745 kg | - | Trunk volumes are measured according to the VDA standards. |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | BMW | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electric 45 | - | R135 | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Front | Rear | Front | Front |
| Power | 33 kW 44.3 hp 44.9 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps | 61 kW 81.8 hp 82.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 2521 - 8200 rpm | 4800 rpm | 4200 - 11163 rpm | 3000 - 12000 rpm |
| Torque | 125 Nm 12.7 kgm 92.2 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 245 Nm 25.0 kgm 180.7 ft-lb | 210 Nm 21.4 kgm 154.9 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | - | 1500 - 3600 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco | Eco Eco+ Comfort | Eco Normal B-mode D-mode | Eco Eco+ Normal |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 77.7 mph 125.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 87.0 mph 140.0 km/h | 80.8 mph 130.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 19.10 s | 7.30 s | 9.90 s | 11.90 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP: 142.9 mi / 230.0 km WLTP: 189.5 mi / 305.0 km | NEDC: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km EPA: 114.0 mi / 183.5 km | WLTP: 245.4 mi / 395.0 km | WLTP: 161.6 mi / 260.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CTY: 10 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 13.9 kWh/100 km | 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 | - | WLTP, CMB: 12.7 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | 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 | 9.5 m 31.17 ft | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | - | 9.8 m 32.15 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 3.44 | - | - | - |
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) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | 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 Double wishbone | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | - | Independent MacPherson strut Double wishbone Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | - | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drums | Ventilated discs | Discs | Drums |
| Additional information | Front disks - 238 x 17 mm Rear drums - 170 mm | - | - | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | - | 5Jx20 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 | - | 5Jx16 5Jx15 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 160/70R14 | 155/60R20 155/70R19 84Q 175/60R19 84Q 175/50R20 | - | - |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | - | Samsung SDI | Renault and LG Chem | - |
| Model | - | - | Z.E. 50 | - |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 26.8 kWh | 33.2 kWh | 54.66 kWh | 36.8 kWh |
| Number of cells | 72 | 96 | 192 | 168 |
| Number of modules | 12 | 8 | 12 | - |
| Voltage | 262.8 V | 353 V | 400 V | - |
| Energy density | 148.5 Wh/kg | - | 168 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | 414.47 lb 188 kg | - | 718.71 lb 326 kg | 546.75 lb 248 kg |
| Location | - | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | - | AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Air convection | - |
| Additional information | - | The net battery capacity is 27.2 kWh Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L Optional battery heating system | Usable battery capacity - 52 kWh Heat pump Battery cell model - LGX E78 Vattery cell voltage - 3.65 V Battery cell capacity - 78 Ah Battery cell weight - 1.073 g Battery cell chemistry - NCM172 Battery cell energy density - 265 Wh/kg | Usable capacity - 32.3 kWh |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC charging, 6.6 kW DC charging, 30 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 | Wallbox 3.7 kW, 3.7 kW Wallbox 7.4 kW, 7.4 kW Wallbox 11 kW, 11 kW Wallbox 22 kW, 22 kW DC charging, 50 kW | Household charging, 2.3 kW Wallbox, 7.2 kW DC fast 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 2 CCS2, 6.6 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW Onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1, 11 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 22 kW | - |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC charging, 0:56 AC charging, 4:51 | 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, 0:50-1:03 Wallbox 22 kW, 2:22 Wallbox 11 kW, 4:44 Wallbox 7.4 kW, 7:02 Wallbox 3.7 kW, 14:04 | DC fast charging, 0:49-1:00 Wallbox 7.2 kW, 4:30-5:34 Household charging, 14:03-17:24 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | ABS (S) 6 x airbags (S) Automatic Emergency Braking (S) eCall (S) Electronic brakeforce distribution (S) Electronic Stability Control (S) ESP (S) Front collision alert (O) Front radar (S) Height-adjustable front seat belts (S) Hill-star Assist (S) ISOFIX (S) Rear parking sensors (S) Rearview camera (S) Speed limiter (S) Tire pressure monitor (S) Tire repair kit (S) 3.5-inch instrument cluster (S) Android AUto and Apple CarPlay (S) Bluetooth and DAB (S) 2 x speakers front (S) USB (S) Manual (S) Heated rear window (S) Power-adjustable windows (S) Rear window defogger (S) Manually adjustable side mirrors (S) Automatic headplight activation (S) LDR DRLs (S) LED headlights (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) | E-shifter (electronic gear lever) (S) Auto-Hold assistance (S) Automatic dimming of high beams (S) Automatic emergency braking (S) Automatic parking brake (S) Blind spot warning (S) Front, rear and sides parking radar (S) Hands-free parking (S) Lane departure warning (S) Lane keeping assist (S) Overspeed prevention (S) Rearview camera (S) Recognition of traffic signals (S) 10-inch driver's display (S) 9.3-inch display with EASY LINK navigation (S) Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support (S) 2 x front USB ports (S) 2 x rear USB ports (S) Wireless induction charger for a smartphone (S) Acoustic windshield (S) LED DLRs (S) LED fog lights (S) LED headlamps (S) LED interior lights (S) LED taillights (S) LED turn signals (S) 100% recycled fabric (carded yarn and PET) (S) | - |
| 2021 Dacia Spring Electric | 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh | 2020 Renault Zoe R135 | 2020 Volkswagen e-up! |