Comparison between:
- 2020 Volkswagen e-up!
- 2020 Renault Twingo Electric Zen
- 2020 KIA Soul EV 64 kWh
- 2021 BMW i3 42 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2020 Volkswagen e-up! | 2020 Renault Twingo Electric Zen | 2020 KIA Soul EV 64 kWh | 2021 BMW i3 42 kWh | |
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| Model alias | - | Twingo Z.E. | e-Soul Soul Electric | - |
| Trim | - | Zen | 64 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Model year | 2020 (MY20) | 2020 (MY20) | 2020 (MY20) | 2021 (MY21) |
| Market | Europe | Europe | Europe | North America, Europe |
| Price | EUR 21,975 (DE, Sep 2019) | - | EUR 37,790 (DE, Jul 2019) EUR 42,995 (NL, Jul 2019) EUR 41,300 (ES, Jul 2019) EUR 42,725 (ES, Jul 2019) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Materials | Steel Carbon-fiber | - | Steel Aluminium | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Red Black Pearl Pure White Teal Blue Honey Yellow Metallic Costa Azul Metallic Dark Silver Metallic | Crystal White Quartz White Yellow Mango Red Flame Blue Dragee Green Pistachio Lunar Gray Black Star | Gravity Grey with Platinum Gold Cherry Black with Inferno Red Neptune Blue with Cherry Black | Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic |
| Interior colors | Black Cube Shark Skin | - | - | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown |
| Number of doors | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Length | 141.7 in 3600 mm | 142.3 in 3615 mm | 165.2 in 4195 mm | 157.9 in 4011 mm |
| Width | 64.8 in 1645 mm | 64.8 in 1646 mm | 70.9 in 1800 mm | 69.9 in 1775 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 75.2 in 1910 mm | - | - | 80.3 in 2040 mm |
| Height | 58.7 in 1492 mm | 60.7 in 1541 mm | 63.0 in 1600 mm | 62.9 in 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase | 95.2 in 2417 mm | 98.1 in 2492 mm | 102.4 in 2601 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm |
| Front track | 56.2 in 1428 mm | 57.2 in 1452 mm | 61.6 in 1565 mm | 61.9 in 1572 mm |
| Rear track | 56.1 in 1424 mm | 56.1 in 1425 mm | 62.0 in 1575 mm | 62.0 in 1575 mm |
| Front overhang | - | - | 34.1 in 866 mm | 30.3 in 770 mm |
| Rear overhang | - | - | 28.7 in 729 mm | 38.0 in 965 mm |
| Approach angle | - | - | 16.2 ° | - |
| Departure angle | - | - | 29.6 ° | - |
| Clearance | 5.3 in 135 mm | - | 6.1 in 155 mm | 5.5 in 139 mm |
| Minimum clearance | - | 6.7 in 170 mm | - | - |
| Front headroom | 39.1 in 993 mm | 35.7 in 908 mm | 39.9 in 1013 mm | 39.6 in 1006 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.3 in 947 mm | 33.7 in 855 mm | 38.9 in 988 mm | 37.2 in 945 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | 52.0 in 1321 mm | 55.5 in 1410 mm | 53.6 in 1361 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 50.6 in 1284 mm | 54.7 in 1390 mm | 49.2 in 1250 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.9 in 1369 mm | 53.6 in 1362 mm | 53.5 in 1359 mm | - |
| Rear hip room | 54.6 in 1388 mm | 52.2 in 1325 mm | 52.8 in 1341 mm | - |
| Front legroom | 39.7 in 1009 mm | - | 41.1 in 1044 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.2 in 793 mm | - | 36.5 in 927 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm |
| Trunk volume | 251.0 l 8.86 ft3 0.25 m3 | 240.0 l 8.48 ft3 0.24 m3 | - | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 923.0 l 32.60 ft3 0.92 m3 | 980.0 l 34.61 ft3 0.98 m3 | - | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2709.48 lb 1229 kg | 2597.05 lb 1178 kg | 3708.18 lb 1682 kg | 2965.22 lb 1345 kg |
| Payload | 663.59 lb 301 kg | 771.62 lb 350 kg | 1097.9 lb 498 kg | 970.03 lb 440 kg |
| GVWR | 3373.07 lb 1530 kg | 3368.66 lb 1528 kg | 4806.08 lb 2180 kg | 3780.93 lb 1715 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.308 Cd | 0.68 Cd | 0.35 Cd | 0.29 Cd |
| Additional information | Trunk volumes are measured according to the VDA standards. | - | Min VDA trunk volume (rear seats up) - 315 l Max VDA trunk volume (rear seats down) - 1339 l | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen | Renault | - | BMW |
| Model | - | R80 | - | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Front | Front | Rear |
| Voltage | - | - | 356 V | - |
| Power | 61 kW 81.8 hp 82.9 ps | 60 kW 80.5 hp 81.6 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 3000 - 12000 rpm | 3950 - 11450 rpm | 3800 - 8000 rpm | 4800 rpm |
| Torque | 210 Nm 21.4 kgm 154.9 ft-lb | 160 Nm 16.3 kgm 118.0 ft-lb | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 0 - 3000 rpm | 500 - 3590 rpm | 3600 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Normal | Eco B-mode | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | Eco Eco+ Comfort |
| Additional information | - | - | Smart regenerative braking operated via paddle shifters. Four regen braking levels (0 to 3). | - |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 61 kW 81.8 hp 82.9 ps | 60 kW 80.5 hp 81.6 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps |
| Total system torque | 210 Nm 21.4 kgm 154.9 ft-lb | 160 Nm 16.3 kgm 118.0 ft-lb | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 80.8 mph 130.0 km/h | 83.9 mph 135.0 km/h | 103.8 mph 167.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 11.90 s | 12.60 s | 7.60 s | 7.20 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | - | - | 7.30 s | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CMB: 161.6 mi / 260.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 118.1 mi / 190.0 km | EPA, CMB: 243.0 mi / 391.1 km WLTP, CMB: 280.9 mi / 452.0 km | NEDC, CMB: 223.1 mi / 359.0 km EPA, CMB: 153.0 mi / 246.2 km WLTP, CMB: 192.6 mi / 310.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CMB: 12.7 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 16.3 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 127 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 114 MPGe EPA, HWY: 101 MPGe WLTP, CTY: 10.9 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 15.7 kWh/100 km | NEDC, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 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 | 9.8 m 32.15 ft | 8.6 m 28.22 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 9.86 m 32.35 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 3.93 | 2.5 | - |
| Additional information | - | - | Steering ratio - 12.8:1 | - |
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 | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | - | - | 8.206 | 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 Double wishbone Shock absorbers | - | Shock absorbers MacPherson strut Independent Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) | - | Shock absorbers Multi-link Independent Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | - | 11.0 in 280 mm | 12.0 in 305 mm | - |
| Rear brakes | Drums | Drums | Discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | - | - | 11.8 in 300 mm | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx15 5Jx16 | - | 7Jx17 | 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 5Jx20 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | - | 165/65R15 81T 185/60R15 84T | 215/55R17 | 155/70R19 84Q 155/60R20 175/50R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | 32.3 kWh | 21.3 kWh | 64 kWh | 37.9 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | 36.8 kWh | 22 kWh | 67 kWh | 42.2 kWh |
| Battery capacity in Ah | - | - | 180 Ah | 120 Ah |
| Manufacturer | - | LG Chem | SK Innovation | Samsung SDI |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | NCM (NMC) | NCM622 |
| Cathode materials | - | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | 168 | - | - | 96 |
| Battery cell format | - | - | - | Pouch |
| Cell nominal voltage | - | - | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | - | - | 4.2 V | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | - | - | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | - | 8 | - | 8 |
| Battery voltage | - | 400 V | 356 V | 352 V |
| Energy density | - | - | 250 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | 546.75 lb 248 kg | 363.76 lb 165 kg | 1007.51 lb 457 kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | - | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation Optional heat pump | Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system |
| Minimum ambient temperature | - | - | -35 °C -31 °F | - |
| Additional information | - | - | - | Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 | 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 2.3 kW AC 7.2 kW DC 40 kW | AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW AC 22 kW | AC 7.2 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW | AC 2.8 kW AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW DC 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 40 kW, 0:49-1:00 AC 7.2 kW, 4:30-5:34 AC 2.3 kW, 14:03-17:24 | AC 22 kW, 1:00-1:03 AC 11 kW, 2:00-2:10 AC 7.4 kW, 2:58-4:00 AC 3.7 kW, 5:57-8:00 | DC 100 kW, 0:31-0:39 DC 50 kW, 1:02-1:17 AC 7.2 kW, 8:54 | DC 50 kW, 0:41 AC 11 kW, 3:50 AC 7.4 kW, 5:42 AC 3.7 kW, 11:24 AC 2.8 kW, 15:04 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | - | 2- tier rear cargo floor (S) Body color bumpers with gloss black accents (S) Cargo net (O) Cargo screen (S) Charge port nozzle lock (S) Crossbars (O) Front center console with cup holders, armrest and storage box (S) Heat Pump HVAC system (inner condenser heating system) (O) High Voltage Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) Heater (S) Luggage net hook (S) Overhead console with sunglass holder (S) Rear center arm rest with cup holder (S) Roof rack ready (mounting points) (O) Rotary dial transmission gear shift knob (S) Unique "Eco Electric" hatch emblem (S) Unique front grille insert (S) Anti lock Brake System (ABS) (S) Autonomous Emergency Brake (AEB) (S) Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) (S) Brake Assist System (BAS) (S) Driver's side knee airbag (S) Dual front advanced airbags (S) Dual front seat mounted side airbags (S) Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with auto hold (S) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (S) Front and rear 3 point seat belts (S) Front seat belt pretensioners (S) Front seat belt reminder and buckle sensor (S) Full length side curtain airbags (S) Height adjustable front seat belt anchors (S) Hill start Assist Control (HAC) (S) Immobilizer (S) Impact sensing auto door unlock (S) Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (S) Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) (S) Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (S) Parking Distance Warning Reverse (PDW R) (S) Pedestrian Warning System (S) Rear child safety door locks (S) Rear Cross Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW) (S) Rear view camera with dynamic guidelines (S) Rollover sensor (S) Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go (S&G) (S) Speed sensing auto door locks (S) Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) (S) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (S) Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) (S) 1 rear USB port (S) 10.25" touchscreen color audio display unit with integrated rear view camera with parking guidance, (S) 12V power outlet (front) (S) 2 front USB ports (1 charging, 1 input) (S) 7" color LCD supervision meter cluster (S) AM/FM/MP3 audio system (S) Bluetooth wireless technology with voice recognition (S) Charge status indicator, 3 level lights on instrument panel (S) Climate and charging scheduling (S) Digital clock (S) Navigation system with EV charging stations (S) Outside temperature display (S) Smart Key with Push button start, Smart trunk and panic alarm (S) 8 x speaker surround sound Harman Kardon Premium Audio system with subwoofer and Clari Fi technology (S) 6 x speakers (S) Trip computer (S) UVO link infotainment System with smartphone integration (S) Wireless phone charging (S) Air conditioning with auto defog and cluster ionizer (S) Driver only air condition function (S) Rear heater ducts (under front seats) (S) 6-way manual adjustable driver's seat with 2-way height adjuster (S) 60/40 split folding rear seats (S) 8-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support and 2-way power height adjust (S) Front and rear adjustable headrests (S) Heated front seats (2-levels) (S) Heated steering wheel (S) Leather wrapped steering wheel (S) Polyurethane wrapped steering wheel (S) Steering wheel mounted audio control buttons (S) Tilt and telescopic steering column (S) Aero blade type windshield wipers (S) Body color outside door handles (S) Door scuff plate (S) Door waistline and wheel arch molding (S) Driver's one touch auto up/down and safety (S) Front and rear door bottle holder (O) Front passenger seatback pockets (S) Front variable intermittent windshield wipers (S) Matte silver inside door handles (S) Passenger's one touch auto up/down and safety (S) Power door locks with two turn entry system (S) Power front/rear windows (S) Privacy glass (rear door windows, rear quarter, back lite) (S) Satin Chrome inside door handles (S) Side sill and belt line molding (S) Solar control glass (windshield with shade band, front door windows) (S) Auto Dimming rear view mirror (S) Body color outside mirrors with gloss black base (S) Day and night rear view mirror (S) Gloss black outside mirrors with gloss black base (S) Outside mirrors with turn signal indicators (S) Power adjustable heated outside mirrors (S) Sunvisor vanity mirrors with covers, and sliding (S) Cargo light (S) Charge port light (S) Fog lights (S) Front overhead console room lamp (S) Illuminated sunvisor (S) LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (S) LED fog lights (S) LED headlights with auto light control, leveling and escort function (S) LED High Mounted Stop Lamp (O) LED High Mounted Stop Lamp (S) LED positioning headlights (S) LED turn signal lamps (S) Rear LED combination lights (S) Room lamp (S) Leatherette upper console (S) Sofino leather seat trim (S) Woven and Tricot cloth seat trim (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 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) |
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. |
| 2020 Volkswagen e-up! | 2020 Renault Twingo Electric Zen | 2020 KIA Soul EV 64 kWh | 2021 BMW i3 42 kWh |