Comparison between:
- 2020 MINI Cooper SE Level I
- 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor RWD
- 2023 BMW i4 eDrive35
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2020 MINI Cooper SE Level I | 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor RWD | 2023 BMW i4 eDrive35 | |
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| Model alias | MINI Electric MINI EV | - | i4 (G26) |
| Trim | Level I | Single Motor RWD | eDrive35 |
| Model year | 2020 | 2024 | 2023 |
| Market | North America, Europe | Global | North America, Europe |
| Price | EUR 32,500 (EU, Oct 2019) GBP 24,400 (UK, Oct 2019) USD 30,750 (USA, Oct 2019) | EUR 47,500 (Germany, May 2023) | USD 52,200 (USA, Jun 2023) EUR 56,500 (Germany, Jun 2023) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Coupe |
| Materials | - | Steel Aluminium | Steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Grey Silver | Onyx Black Metallic Silver Dawn Metallic Vapour Grey Crystal White Pearl Cloud Blue Fjord Blue Metallic Sage Green Metallic Fusion Red Metallic | Black Alpine White Sapphire Black Mineral White Sunset Orange Adventure Red San Remo Green Skyscraper Gray BMW Individual Dravite Gray BMW Individual Tanzanite Blue BMW Individual Frozen Portimao Blue BMW Individual Frozen Pure Gray |
| Interior colors | - | Anthracite/Charcoal Light Gray | Black Canberra Beige Tacora Red Cognac Mocha Oyster |
| Number of doors | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 151.4 in 3845 mm | 174.8 in 4440 mm | 188.3 in 4783 mm |
| Width | 68.0 in 1727 mm | 73.7 in 1873 mm | 72.9 in 1852 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 76.1 in 1932 mm | 80.1 in 2034 mm | 81.6 in 2073 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | - | 75.2 in 1910 mm | - |
| Height | 56.4 in 1432 mm | 62.6 in 1591 mm | 57.0 in 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 98.2 in 2495 mm | 106.4 in 2702 mm | 112.4 in 2856 mm |
| Front track | 58.5 in 1485 mm | 62.9 in 1598 mm | 63.0 in 1601 mm |
| Rear track | 58.5 in 1485 mm | 63.1 in 1603 mm | 64.2 in 1630 mm |
| Clearance | 5.0 in 128 mm | 6.7 in 171 mm | 4.9 in 125 mm |
| Front headroom | - | 39.0 in 991 mm | - |
| Rear headroom | - | 39.1 in 994 mm | - |
| Front shoulder room | - | 56.7 in 1440 mm | - |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 56.3 in 1429 mm | - |
| Front hip room | - | 54.7 in 1390 mm | - |
| Rear hip room | - | 36.1 in 917 mm | - |
| Front legroom | - | 40.9 in 1040 mm | - |
| Rear legroom | - | 36.1 in 917 mm | - |
| Trunk volume | 211.0 l 7.45 ft3 0.21 m3 | 413.0 l 14.58 ft3 0.41 m3 | 470.0 l 16.60 ft3 0.47 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 731.0 l 25.82 ft3 0.73 m3 | 1205.0 l 42.55 ft3 1.21 m3 | 1290.0 l 45.56 ft3 1.29 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | - | 31.0 l 1.09 ft3 0.03 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 3009.31 lb 1365 kg | 4523.89 lb 2052 kg | 4552.55 lb 2065 kg |
| Weight distribution front | - | - | 45 % |
| Weight distribution rear | - | - | 55 % |
| Front axle load limit | 2171.55 lb 985 kg | - | - |
| Rear axle load limit | 1918.02 lb 870 kg | - | - |
| Roof load | 132.28 lb 60 kg | - | 165.35 lb 75 kg |
| Payload | 892.87 lb 405 kg | 899.49 lb 408 kg | 1223.57 lb 555 kg |
| GVWR | 3902.18 lb 1770 kg | 5423.37 lb 2460 kg | 5776.11 lb 2620 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | - | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg | 3527.4 lb 1600 kg |
| Towing capacity unbraked | - | 1653.47 lb 750 kg | 1653.47 lb 750 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.3 Cd | 0.319 Cd | 0.24 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Frontal area - 2.54 m² | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | - | BMW |
| Model | - | E400V16 (EP) | HA0001N0 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Electrically Excited Synchronous Motor (EESM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps | 175 kW 234.7 hp 237.9 ps | 210 kW 281.6 hp 285.5 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 0 - 7000 rpm | - | 8000 - 17000 rpm |
| Torque | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb | 420 Nm 42.8 kgm 309.8 ft-lb | 400 Nm 40.8 kgm 295.0 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 100 - 100 rpm | - | 0 - 5000 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Sport MID Green Green+ | - | - |
| Additional information | Two-level regen | - | - |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps | 175 kW 234.7 hp 237.9 ps | 210 kW 281.6 hp 285.5 ps |
| Total system torque | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb | 420 Nm 42.8 kgm 309.8 ft-lb | 400 Nm 40.8 kgm 295.0 ft-lb |
| Additional information | - | - | BMW 5th Gen eDrive technology |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 111.8 mph 180.0 km/h | 118.1 mph 190.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.30 s | 7.40 s | 6.00 s |
| Acceleration from 80 to 120 km/h | 4.60 s | - | - |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 6.90 s | - | 5.80 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 110.0 mi / 177.0 km WLTP, CMB: 144.0 mi / 231.7 km | EPA, CMB: 297.0 mi / 478.0 km WLTP, CMB: 296.4 mi / 477.0 km | EPA, CMB: 235.0 mi / 378.2 km EPA, CMB: 256.0 mi / 412.0 km WLTP, CTY: 300.1 mi / 483.0 km WLTP, CMB: 252.3 mi / 406.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CMB: 15 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 118 MPGe EPA, CMB: 31 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 107 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 16.4 kWh/100 km WLTP, HWY: 96 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 107 MPGe EPA, CTY: 115 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 32 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 105 MPGe EPA, CMB: 113 MPGe EPA, HWY: 102 MPGe EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe WLTP, CTY: 16.1 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 19.1 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m 35.10 ft | 11.8 m 38.71 ft | 12.5 m 41.01 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 2.7 | - |
| Additional information | - | Steering ratio - 15.8 | Optional variable sport steering Steering ratio - 15.5:1 |
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 | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 3.069 | - | 8.774 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Independent Hydraulic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Double-joint spring strut axle Hydraulically damped torque strut bearing |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Trailing arm (trailing link) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Hydraulic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Five-link axle Optional air suspension with automatic self-levelling |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Additional information | - | Braking distance 100-0 km/h - 36 m | Front - four-piston fixed calipers Rear - single-piston floating calipers |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 6.5Jx16 | 7.5Jx19 8.5Jx19 8Jx20 9Jx20 | 7.5Jx18 8.5Jx19 9Jx19 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 195/55R16 87W | 235/50R19 103V 255/45R19 104V 235/45R20 255/40R20 | 225/50R18 245/40R19 255/40R19 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 32.6 kWh | 69 kWh | 70.2 kWh |
| Manufacturer | CATL | - | CATL |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | NCM (NMC) | NCM811 |
| Cathode materials | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Anode materials | - | Graphite | Graphite |
| Cell nominal voltage | - | 3.6 V | 3.6 V |
| Cell cutoff voltage | - | 2.5 V | 2.5 V |
| Number of modules | 12 | - | - |
| Battery voltage | 350.4 V | 400 V | 353 V |
| Weight | 440.92 lb 200 kg | - | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Additional information | T-shaped battery pack Usable capacity - 28.9 kWh | Usable capacity - 67 kWh 194 Ah | Net battery capacity - 66 kWh Battery capacity in Ah - 199 Ah Prismatic cells |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW DC 50 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW DC 50 kW | AC 11 kW DC 135 kW AC 11 kW DC 135 kW | AC 11 kW DC 180 kW AC 11 kW DC 180 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 50 kW, 0:31-0:39 AC 11 kW, 2:58 AC 7.4 kW, 4:25 | DC 135 kW, 0:24-0:34 AC 11 kW, 6:17 | DC 180 kW, 0:32 AC 11 kW, 7:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Brake dry function (S) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Cruise control (S) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with brake assistant (S) Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) (S) Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) (S) Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC) and Performance Control (S) Electronics parking brake (S) Fading Brake Support (S) Front and rear parking distance control (S) Hill start assist (S) Hydraulic 2-circuit brake system with anti-lock brakes (ABS) (S) 5.5-inch driver's display (S) 6.5-inch touch screen (S) Digital Cockpit (S) MINI Navigation including Apple Car Play, MINI Connected and public charging locations (S) 2-zone automatic air-conditioning (S) Auxiliary heating (S) With heat pump (S) LED headlights (S) | Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) (S) Adaptive Cruise control (O) Airbag for the passenger side (front) can be switched off (S) Airbags for driver and front passenger with two-stage deployment system (S) Anti-Blockier-System (ABS) (S) Automatic locking of the doors (can be deactivated) (S) Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) (O) Central locking with two radio remote controls (S) Child safety lock for the rear doors (electric) (S) Connected Safety (S) Cross-Traffic Alert (CTA) (O) Cruise control (S) Driver's side knee aribag (S) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (S) Emergency brake lights (S) Emergency Stop Assist (O) Front and rear parking assist (S) Head/shoulder airbags (Inflatable Curtains) for all occupants (S) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) Hill Start Assist (HSA) (S) ISOFIX mounts for the front passenger seat and rear outer seats (S) Keyless entry (O) Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) - Active Lane Keeping Assist (S) Oncoming Lane Mitigation (S) Parking camera with 360° surround view (O) Pilot Assist (O) Rear impact mitigation - preventive protection in the event of imminent rear-end collisions (O) Reversing camera with guidelines (S) Safety belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters (S) Side airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Speed limiter (variable) (S) Speed-sensitive power steering (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) Volvo On Call: automatic emergency call function (S) Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) (S) 8 x -speaker 250W audio system with Air Woofer Technology (S) -speaker 600W Premium Sound by Harman Kardon with Fresh Air Subwoofer (O) 12.3-inch driver display (S) 12V connection on center console in front (S) 9-inch centre touchscreen (S) Bluetooth hands-free system with audio streaming (S) Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB+) (S) Digital Services (Google Maps, Assistant, Play Store), including 4-year subscription (S) Inductive smartphone charging system (S) Two USB-C ports in the center console front and rear (S) Volvo Cars app, including 4-year subscription (S) Advanced air purification system with fine dust filtration according to air quality standard PM2.5 (O) Automatic climate control with 2-zone temperature control (S) Fog sensor (S) Pre-ventilation and reheating of the interior when the engine is switched off (S) Heat pump (S) High-voltage coolant heating (HVCH) (S) Comfort front seats (S) Fixed rear seat head restraints (S) Headrests of the 2nd row of seats can be folded down (electrically) (O) Heated front seats (S) Power-adjustable driver and front passenger seats (O) Rear seats in a ratio of 40/60 or completely foldable (S) Heated sports steering wheel (S) Door handles in body colour (S) Door sills made of aluminium with Recharge lettering on the front (S) Electric windows front and rear with auto-down and auto-up function (S) Power tailgate (O) Rain sensor (S) Side window trim in high-gloss black (bottom) (S) Auto-dimming and power retractable side mirrors (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Sport exterior mirrors in high-gloss black (S) Interior high level illumination (S) LED fog lights (integrated in the front spoiler) (O) LED headlights "Thor's Hammer" (S) Rear fog lights (S) Premium textile upholstery (S) Textile floor mats (S) | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go Function (O) Active Protection (O) ARB technology (bear-actuator wheel slip limitation) (S) Automatic Brake System (ABS) (S) Automatic Stability Control (ASC) (S) Belt latch tensioner and force limiter on front seats (S) Central locking system (S) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Crash sensors (S) Cruise control with brake function (S) Drive-off Assistant (S) Driver and front passenger front airbags (S) Driver and front passenger side airbags (S) Driver Attention Assist (S) Driving Assistant (O) Dry Braking function (S) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) (S) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) (S) Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) (S) Fading compensation (S) Front and rear seats head airbargs (S) Head airbags for front and rear seats (S) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) ISOFIX on outer rear seats (S) Parking Assistant (S) Parking Assistant Plus (O) Performance control (S) Rearview camera (S) Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats (S) Trailer stability control (S) Tyre pressure indicator (S) 6 x -speaker audio system (S) 17 x -speaker, 464W, 9.0 CH Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (O) BMW IconicSound Electric (O) BMW Live Cockpit Plus with BMW Curved Display (S) BMW Operating System 8.5 with navigation (S) Hi-Fi Loudspeaker System (O) Automatic 3-zone air conditioner (S) Electrically adjustable front seats with memory (O) Heated front and rear seats (O) Power adjustable lumbar support on front seats (O) Sports seats (S) Adjustable sports steering wheel in leather (S) Heated steering wheel (O) Power tailgate (S) Power windows (S) Power-adjustable glass sunroof (O) Rain sensor (S) Sun and heat protective glazing (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Heated, auto-dimming, and power-adjustable side mirrors (S) Ambient interior lights (O) BMW LaserLight (O) Headlamps levelling (S) High Beam Assist (O) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Welcome and Home lights (S) Cloth/Sensatec (S) Vernasca Leather (O) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | US trim level - MINI Electric Signature | Some features can be found in different trim levels depending on the market. Make sure you check for exact details with your dealer. | Software updates Some of the features may differ from market to market in terms of being standard or optional. |
| 2020 MINI Cooper SE Level I | 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Single Motor RWD | 2023 BMW i4 eDrive35 |