Comparison between:
- 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh
- 2020 MG ZS EV Exclusive
- 2020 MG ZS EV Excite
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh | 2020 MG ZS EV Exclusive | 2020 MG ZS EV Excite | |
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| Trim | 42 kWh | Exclusive | Excite |
| Model year | 2019 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Market | North America, Europe | Europe | Europe |
| Price | USD 44,450 (USA, Jul 2019) GBP 35,350 (UK, Jul 2019) EUR 42,300 (NL, Jul 2019) EUR 38,000 (DE, Jul 2019) EUR 39,950 (FR, Jul 2019) EUR 39,900 (ES, Jul 2019) | GBP 30,995 (UK, Oct 2019) | GBP 28,495 (UK, Oct 2019) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Steel Aluminium | Steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic | Pimlico Blue Arctic White Black Pearl Dynamic Red | Pimlico Blue Arctic White Black Pearl Dynamic Red |
| Interior colors | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown | - | - |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 157.9 in 4011 mm | 169.8 in 4314 mm | 169.8 in 4314 mm |
| Width | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 71.2 in 1809 mm | 71.2 in 1809 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.3 in 2040 mm | - | - |
| Width with folded mirrors | - | 80.6 in 2048 mm | 80.6 in 2048 mm |
| Height | 62.9 in 1598 mm | 64.7 in 1644 mm | 63.8 in 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 101.5 in 2579 mm | 101.5 in 2579 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 60.1 in 1526 mm | 60.1 in 1526 mm |
| Rear track | 62.0 in 1575 mm | 60.6 in 1539 mm | 60.6 in 1539 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 139 mm | - | - |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 41.1 in 1043 mm | 41.1 in 1043 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | 39.2 in 995 mm | 39.2 in 995 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | 54.5 in 1385 mm | 54.5 in 1385 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | 53.9 in 1368 mm | 53.9 in 1368 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 42.1 in 1070 mm | 42.1 in 1070 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | 36.2 in 920 mm | 36.2 in 920 mm |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | - | - |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | - | - |
| Curb weight | 2965.22 lb 1345 kg | 3392.91 lb 1539 kg | 3311.34 lb 1502 kg |
| Payload | 970.03 lb 440 kg | 941.37 lb 427 kg | 1022.94 lb 464 kg |
| GVWR | 3780.93 lb 1715 kg | 4334.29 lb 1966 kg | 4334.29 lb 1966 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | - | - |
| Additional information | Overhang front / rear - 770 / 965 mm | - | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | - | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | AC synchronous | AC synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front | Front |
| Power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 105 kW 140.8 hp 142.8 ps | 105 kW 140.8 hp 142.8 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | - | - |
| Torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 353 Nm 36.0 kgm 260.4 ft-lb | 353 Nm 36.0 kgm 260.4 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort | Eco Normal Sport | Eco Normal Sport |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 87.0 mph 140.0 km/h | 87.0 mph 140.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.20 s | 8.50 s | 8.50 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 223.1 mi / 359.0 km EPA: 153.0 mi / 246.2 km WLTP: 192.6 mi / 310.0 km | WLTP: 163.4 mi / 263.0 km WLTP: 231.2 mi / 372.0 km | WLTP: 163.4 mi / 263.0 km WLTP: 231.2 mi / 372.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe | WLTP, CTY: 12.8 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 18.6 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CTY: 12.8 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 18.6 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 | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 11.2 m 36.75 ft | 11.2 m 36.75 ft |
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 |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.665 | - | - |
| Additional information | Transmission type: GE1B | - | - |
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 | Independent MacPherson strut | Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs | Discs |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx19 5Jx20 5.5Jx19 | - | - |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 155/60R20 155/70R19 84Q 175/50R20 | 215/50R17 | 215/50R17 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | CATL | CATL |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | 44.5 kWh | 44.5 kWh |
| Voltage | 352 V | - | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Water-based coolant circulation | Water-based coolant circulation |
| Additional information | The net battery capacity is 37.9 kWh Uses 120 Ah square cells 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, 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, 7.4 kW DC charging, 50 kW | Wallbox, 7.4 kW DC 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 CCS1, 11 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 7.4 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 7.4 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, 0:41 BMW i Wallbox 11 kW, 3:50 BMW i Wallbox 7.4 kW, 5:42 BMW i Wallbox 3.7 kW, 11:24 Household charging, 15:04 | DC charging, 0:43-0:55 Wallbox, 6:22 | DC charging, 0:43-0:55 Wallbox, 6:22 |
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 rear park distance control (S) Front and side airbags (S) Front radar (S) Full-length side curtain airbags (S) Hill holder (S) Immobilizer (S) Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S) Pasrking Assistance (O) Passenger Assist Handles (S) Pedestrian and collision warning (O) Proactive driving assistant (O) Rear camera and radar (S) 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 (S) BMW Online with MyInfo (O) Coming Home Device (S) ConnectedDrive Services (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) Wi-Fi hotspot (O) Wireless charging pad (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) Adaptive LED headlights with turn lights and high beam assist (O) Headlight Control, Dusk Sensor (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights with cornering lights (S) LED taillights (S) Alloy Look On Instrument Panel And Shift Knob (S) Cargo Area Cover (S) Cloth (S) Dark Oak wood trim (O) Electronic Brown Trim (S) Eucalyptus wood trim (O) Leather and cloth (S) Mega Carum Spice Grey SensaTec with Brown Cloth highlights (S) Tera Dark Truffle Vernasca Leather (S) Titanium Look On Instrument Panel (S) Wood/Woodgrain On Instrument Panel (S) | Star-rider grille (S) Adaptive Cruise Control (S) Advanced Emergency Braking (S) Anti Rolling Protection (S) Anti-lock Braking System (S) Automatic door latch (S) Blindspot Monitoring (S) Driver's seat belt reminder (S) Electric Parking Brake (S) Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (S) Electronic Stability Programme (S) Emergency Brake Assist (S) Front dual airbags (S) Front passenger airbag deactivation switch (S) Front passenger's seat belt reminder (S) Front side airbags (S) Hill Launch Assist (S) Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (S) ISOFIX on the outer rear seats (S) Keyless Entry with Push Button Engine Start (S) Lane Departure Warning System (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Rear Cross Traffic Alert (S) Rear parking camera (S) Rear parking sensors (S) Remote Central Locking (S) Side curtain airbag (S) Speed Sensing Locking (S) Three-point front seat belts with pretentioners and load limiters (S) Traffic Jam Assist (S) Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (S) Tyre repair kit (S) 12v Power Socket (S) 8-inch touch screen (S) Android Auto, Apple CarPlay (S) Bluetooth (S) DAB radio and AUX/USB, MP3 (S) iGo In-Car Navigation (S) 6 x speakers with 3D sound (S) Trip Computer (S) USB Mobile Phone Charging Function (S) with odour and pollutant filter (S) 4-way manually adjustable front passenger's seat (S) 6-way electric adjustable driver's seat (S) 60:40 split rear seats (S) Heated front seats (S) Leather-wrapped (S) Front and rear aero wiper (S) Front and rear electric windows with driver's one-touch up/down (S) Panoramic Sky Roof (S) Rain-sensing wipers (S) Electrically adjustable, folding, heated, body colour side mirrors (S) Auto headlights (S) Bi-Function projection headlight (S) Follow me home headlights (S) LED centre brake light (S) LED daytime running lights (S) Leather style upholstery with contrast stitching (S) | Star-rider grille (S) Adaptive Cruise Control (S) Advanced Emergency Braking (S) Anti Rolling Protection (S) Anti-lock Braking System (S) Automatic door latch (S) Driver's seat belt reminder (S) Electric Parking Brake (S) Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (S) Electronic Stability Programme (S) Emergency Brake Assist (S) Front dual airbags (S) Front passenger airbag deactivation switch (S) Front passenger's seat belt reminder (S) Front side airbags (S) Hill Launch Assist (S) Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (S) ISOFIX on the outer rear seats (S) Keyless Entry with Push Button Engine Start (S) Lane Departure Warning System (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Rear parking sensors (S) Remote Central Locking (S) Side curtain airbag (S) Speed Sensing Locking (S) Three-point front seat belts with pretentioners and load limiters (S) Traffic Jam Assist (S) Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (S) Tyre repair kit (S) 12v Power Socket (S) 8-inch touch screen (S) Android Auto, Apple CarPlay (S) Bluetooth (S) DAB radio and AUX/USB, MP3 (S) iGo In-Car Navigation (S) 4 x speakers (S) Trip Computer (S) USB Mobile Phone Charging Function (S) Standard (S) 4-way manually adjustable front passenger's seat (S) 6-way manually adjustable driver's seat (S) 60:40 split rear seats (S) Leather-wrapped (S) Front and rear aero wiper (S) Front and rear electric windows with driver's one-touch up/down (S) Electrically adjustable, heated, body colour side mirrors (S) Auto headlights (S) Bi-Function projection headlight (S) Follow me home headlights (S) LED centre brake light (S) LED daytime running lights (S) Houndstooth Fabric (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | BMW i3 interior worlds have different names and variants in different markets. In the US they are Deka World / Mega World / Giga World / Tera World. In the UK they are Atelier / Lodge / Loft / Suite. | - | - |
| 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh | 2020 MG ZS EV Exclusive | 2020 MG ZS EV Excite |