Comparison between:
- 2014 BMW i3 22 kWh
- 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf SEL Premium
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2014 BMW i3 22 kWh | 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf SEL Premium | |
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| Trim | 22 kWh | SEL Premium |
| Model year | 2014 | 2016 |
| Market | North America, Europe | North America, 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 |
| Exterior colors | Ionic Silver Metallic Capparis White Laurel Gray Metallic Andesite Silver Metallic Solar Orange Metallic Arravani Gray | Deep Black Pearl Metallic Urano Gray Metallic Night Blue Metallic Reflex Silver Metallic Limestone Grey Pure White Pacific Blue |
| Interior colors | Carum Spice Gray (Mega and Giga World trims) Cassia (Giga World trim) Dalberghia Brown (Tera World trim) | Black Beige |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 |
| Length | 157.4 in 3999 mm | 168.1 in 4270 mm |
| Width | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 70.8 in 1798 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.2 in 2037 mm | 79.8 in 2027 mm |
| Height | 62.1 in 1578 mm | 57.1 in 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 103.6 in 2631 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 60.8 in 1544 mm |
| Rear track | 61.3 in 1557 mm | 59.5 in 1511 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.0 in 127 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 38.4 in 975 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | 38.1 in 968 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | 55.9 in 1420 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | 53.9 in 1369 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 41.2 in 1046 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | 35.6 in 904 mm |
| Passenger volume | - | 2647.6 l 93.50 ft3 2.65 m3 |
| Total volume | - | 3293.2 l 116.30 ft3 3.29 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 645.6 l 22.80 ft3 0.65 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1492.3 l 52.70 ft3 1.49 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2634.52 lb 1195 kg | 3390.71 lb 1538 kg |
| Payload | 936.96 lb 425 kg | 930.35 lb 422 kg |
| GVWR | 3571.49 lb 1620 kg | 4321.06 lb 1960 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | 0.27 Cd |
| Additional information | 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 | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | - | EEM 85 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front |
| Power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 85 kW 114.0 hp 115.6 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | 3000 - 12000 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Comfort Eco Pro Eco Pro+ | Eco Eco+ Normal |
| Additional information | - | Five levels of regenerative braking - D D1 D2 D3 and B Eco mode power and torque - 70 kW / 220 Nm Eco+ mode power and torque - 55 kW / 175 Nm |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 77.7 mph 125.0 km/h | 87.0 mph 140.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.20 s | 10.40 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 6.90 s | - |
| Additional information | Eco Pro+ mode top speed - 90 km/h | Eco mode top speed - 140 km/h Eco mode acceleration 0-100 km/h - 13.1 s Eco+ mode top speed - 90 km/h |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 118.1 mi / 190.0 km EPA: 80.8 mi / 130.0 km | EPA: 83.0 mi / 133.6 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | 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 | EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 105 MPGe EPA, CMB: 116 MPGe EPA, CTY: 126 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 | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 10.9 m 35.76 ft |
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 | 3.61 |
| Additional information | - | Gearbox model - EQ 270 |
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 | MacPherson strut Independent Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link Independent Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Telescopic shock absorbers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs |
| Additional information | - | Front discs size - 11.3 x 1.0 in Rear discs size - 10.7 x 0.4 in |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx20 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 | 6.5Jx16 ET46 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 155/70R19 155/70R19 84Q 155/60R20 175/60R19 175/55R20 | 205/55R16 91H |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | Panasonic-Sanyo |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 22 kWh | 24.2 kWh |
| Number of cells | 96 | 264 |
| Number of modules | 8 | 27 |
| Voltage | 360 V | 323 V |
| Energy density | - | 126 Wh/kg |
| Weight | 449.74 lb 204 kg | 701.07 lb 318 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Passive cooling |
| Additional information | 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 | Household charging, 3.7 kW BMW i Wallbox, 7.4 kW DC fast charging, 50 kW | Standard wall socket, 1.2 kW Standard wall socket, 2.3 kW Wall box, 3.6 kW Wall box, 7.2 kW CCS fast charging, 40 kW CCS 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 2 CCS2, 7.2 kW Onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1, 7.2 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, 0:22 BMW i Wallbox, 2:59 Household charging, 5:57 | CCS fast charging 50 kW, 0:24 CCS fast charging 40 kW, 0:29 Wall box 7.2 kW, 3:11 Wall box 3.6 kW, 6:44-8:00 Standard wall socket 230V, 10:32-13:00 Standard wall socket 110/120V, 20:00 |
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) 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 (O) 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) | Adjustable cargo floor (S) e-Golf front grille with blue accent (S) Integrated rear spoiler (S) 3-point safety belts for all seating positions with pretensioners for driver and front passenger (S) Anti-lock Braking System (S) Anti-Slip Regulation (S) Automatic Post-Collision Braking System (S) Child safety locks on rear doors (S) City Emergency Braking (S) Cruise control (S) Driver alertness detection (S) Driver and front passenger seat belt reminder (S) Driver and passenger front and side thorax airbag supplemental restraint system (S) Driver-only knee airbag (S) Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (S) Electronic Differential Lock (S) Electronic speed control (S) Electronic Stability Control (S) Engine Braking Assist (S) Forward Collision Warning (S) Front airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Front and rear seats belt load limiters (S) Hydraulic Brake Assist (S) Immobilizer, anti-theft alarm, central locking (S) Intelligent Crash Response System (S) Isofix on rear seats (S) LATCH (S) Park Distance Control (Park Pilot) (S) Rearview camera (S) Side chest airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Side chest airbags for rear seats (S) Side curtain airbags for front seats (S) Side curtain airbags for rear seats (S) Side head airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Speed assist (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) XDS (Cross Differential System) (S) 2 x 12V power outlets: 1 in front center console, 1 in cargo area (S) Bluetooth with audio streaming for compatible devices (S) Color multi-function trip computer (S) Discover Pro 8-inch touchscreen navigation system with proximity sensor (S) Keyless entry (S) Keyless start (S) MIB II infotainment system (S) MP3/WMA/FLAC-compatible CD player, AM/FM/HD Radio, SD memory card reader, and voice control (S) SiriusXM® Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription (S) 8 x speakers (S) USB port (S) VW Car-Net connected services (S) Climatronic automatic dual-zon A/C (S) Parking heater/ventilation (S) 60/40 folding rear seats (S) 8-way partial power-adjustable front seats (S) Adjustable lumbar support for driver and front passenger seats (S) Front comfort seats (S) Heated front seats (S) Height-adjustable with telescopic steering column (S) Leather-wrapped, multi-function steering wheel (S) Electrically heated windshield (S) Heated front washer nozzles (S) Power windows with one-touch up/down front and rear (S) Rain-sensing windshield wipers (S) Rear window wiper and washer system (S) Power-folding and adjustable side mirrors with turning signal (S) Self-dimming interior rearview mirror with on/off switch (S) Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Automatic headlights with Coming/Leaving Home feature (S) Interior ambient lighting (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights (S) LED reading lights (S) Leather gear knob (S) V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces (S) |
| 2014 BMW i3 22 kWh | 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf SEL Premium |