Comparison between:
- 2020 Renault Zoe R135
- 2021 BMW i3s 42 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2020 Renault Zoe R135 | 2021 BMW i3s 42 kWh | |
| Series | ZE50 | - |
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| Trim | R135 | 42 kWh |
| Model year | 2020 (MY20) | 2021 (MY21) |
| Market | 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 |
| Exterior colors | Celadon Blue Flame Red Quartz White Diamond Black Highland Grey Glacier White Titanium Grey Aconite Zircon Blue Quartz White | Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic |
| Interior colors | Black Grey | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown |
| Number of doors | 3 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 4 |
| Length | 160.9 in 4087 mm | 157.7 in 4006 mm |
| Width | 70.4 in 1787 mm | 70.5 in 1791 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 76.6 in 1945 mm | - |
| Height | 61.5 in 1562 mm | 62.6 in 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.9 in 2588 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm |
| Front track | 59.3 in 1506 mm | 62.7 in 1592 mm |
| Rear track | 58.6 in 1489 mm | 62.1 in 1578 mm |
| Front overhang | 33.0 in 838 mm | 28.1 in 714 mm |
| Rear overhang | 26.0 in 661 mm | 28.4 in 722 mm |
| Clearance | 4.7 in 120 mm | 5.2 in 131 mm |
| Front headroom | 35.6 in 904 mm | 39.6 in 1006 mm |
| Rear headroom | 32.5 in 826 mm | 37.2 in 945 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.7 in 1365 mm | 53.6 in 1361 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 52.0 in 1320 mm | 49.2 in 1250 mm |
| Front hip room | 54.5 in 1384 mm | - |
| Rear hip room | 54.7 in 1390 mm | - |
| Front legroom | - | 40.5 in 1028 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | 31.9 in 810 mm |
| Trunk volume | 338.0 l 11.94 ft3 0.34 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1225.0 l 43.26 ft3 1.23 m3 | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3476.69 lb 1577 kg | 3009.31 lb 1365 kg |
| Weight distribution front | - | 47 % |
| Weight distribution rear | - | 53 % |
| Payload | 906.1 lb 411 kg | 970.03 lb 440 kg |
| GVWR | 4382.79 lb 1988 kg | 3979.34 lb 1805 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | 0.3 Cd |
| Additional information | SCx - 0.75 | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Renault | BMW |
| Model | R135 | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Rear |
| Power | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4200 - 11163 rpm | 4800 rpm |
| Torque | 245 Nm 25.0 kgm 180.7 ft-lb | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 1500 - 3600 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Normal B-mode D-mode | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps |
| Total system torque | 245 Nm 25.0 kgm 180.7 ft-lb | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 87.0 mph 140.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 9.50 s | 6.90 s |
| Additional information | 0 - 50 km/h - 3.6 s 80 - 120 km/h - 7.1 s | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CMB: 245.4 mi / 395.0 km Real range, CMB: 124.3 mi / 200.0 km Real range, CMB: 233.0 mi / 375.0 km | NEDC, CMB: 214.4 mi / 345.0 km EPA, CMB: 152.9 mi / 246.0 km WLTP, CMB: 177.1 mi / 285.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CMB: 17.7 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 113 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 14.6 kWh/100 km |
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 | 10.56 m 34.65 ft | 10.31 m 33.83 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.73 | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| 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 | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 11.0 in 280 mm | - |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 10.2 in 260 mm | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 6Jx15 ET40 6.5Jx16 ET44 7Jx17 | 5.5Jx20 6Jx20 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 185/65R15 92T 195/55R16 91T 205/45R17 88V 215/45R17 91V | 175/55R20 89T 195/50R20 93T |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | 52 kWh | 37.9 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | 54.66 kWh | 42.2 kWh |
| Battery capacity in Ah | - | 120 Ah |
| Manufacturer | Renault and LG Chem | Samsung SDI |
| Model | Z.E. 50 (LGX E78) | - |
| Type | NCM712 | NCM622 |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | 192 | 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 | 12 | 8 |
| Battery voltage | 400 V | 353 V |
| Energy density | 168 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | 718.71 lb 326 kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Air convection Heat pump | Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system |
| Additional information | Vattery cell voltage - 3.65 V Battery cell capacity - 78 Ah Battery cell weight - 1.073 g Battery cell energy density - 265 Wh/kg | 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 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW AC 22 kW DC 50 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 50 kW, 1:10 AC 22 kW, 2:40 AC 11 kW, 4:30 AC 7.4 kW, 7:02 AC 3.7 kW, 19:00 AC 2.3 kW, 32:00 | DC 50 kW, 0:32 AC 11 kW, 3:00 AC 7.4 kW, 4:28 AC 3.7 kW, 8:56 AC 2.8 kW, 11:47 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | 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) | 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) 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 (O) BMW Online with MyInfo (O) Coming Home Device (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) 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) Alloy Look On Instrument Panel And Shift Knob (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) Titanium Look On Instrument Panel (S) Wood/Woodgrain On Instrument Panel (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | The i3s arrives with sports suspension (tighter springs and dampers along with a stabiliser on the front axle) and sports steering with a correspondingly adapted steering torque characteristic. |
| 2020 Renault Zoe R135 | 2021 BMW i3s 42 kWh |