Comparison between:
- 2015 BMW i3 22 kWh
- 2022 Dacia Spring Electric
- 2020 Renault Twingo Electric Life
- 2017 Renault Zoe R90
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2015 BMW i3 22 kWh | 2022 Dacia Spring Electric | 2020 Renault Twingo Electric Life | 2017 Renault Zoe R90 | |
| Series | - | - | - | ZE40 |
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| Model alias | - | - | Twingo Z.E. | - |
| Trim | 22 kWh | - | Life | R90 |
| Model year | 2015 | 2022 | 2020 | 2017 |
| Market | North America, Europe | Europe | Europe | Europe, Australia |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Steel | - | Steel |
| Exterior colors | Ionic Silver Metallic Capparis White Laurel Gray Metallic Andesite Silver Metallic Solar Orange Metallic Arravani Gray | White Grey | Crystal White Quartz White Yellow Mango Red Flame Blue Dragee Green Pistachio Lunar Gray Black Star | Glacier White Arctic White Metallic Titanium Grey Metallic Zircon Blue Metallic Diamond Black Metallic Mars Red Metallic Calico Grey Ytrium Grey |
| Interior colors | Carum Spice Gray (Mega and Giga World trims) Cassia (Giga World trim) Dalberghia Brown (Tera World trim) | Grey | Black Red Yellow | Black Grey |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Length | 157.4 in 3999 mm | 147.0 in 3734 mm | 142.3 in 3615 mm | 160.8 in 4084 mm |
| Width | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 63.9 in 1622 mm | 64.8 in 1646 mm | 68.1 in 1730 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.2 in 2037 mm | 69.7 in 1770 mm | - | 76.6 in 1945 mm |
| Height | 62.1 in 1578 mm | 59.7 in 1516 mm | 60.7 in 1541 mm | 61.5 in 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 95.4 in 2423 mm | 98.1 in 2492 mm | 101.9 in 2588 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 54.5 in 1385 mm | 57.2 in 1452 mm | 59.5 in 1511 mm |
| Rear track | 61.3 in 1557 mm | 53.7 in 1365 mm | 56.1 in 1425 mm | 59.4 in 1510 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 4.7 in 120 mm | - | 4.7 in 120 mm |
| Minimum clearance | - | - | 6.7 in 170 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 35.3 in 896 mm | 35.7 in 908 mm | 35.6 in 904 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | 33.2 in 843 mm | 33.7 in 855 mm | 32.5 in 826 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | - | 52.0 in 1321 mm | 53.7 in 1365 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | - | 50.6 in 1284 mm | 52.0 in 1320 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 49.2 in 1250 mm | 53.6 in 1362 mm | 54.5 in 1384 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 48.5 in 1231 mm | 52.2 in 1325 mm | 54.7 in 1390 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | - | - | - |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | - | - | - |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 270.0 l 9.53 ft3 0.27 m3 | 240.0 l 8.48 ft3 0.24 m3 | 338.0 l 11.94 ft3 0.34 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 620.0 l 21.90 ft3 0.62 m3 | 980.0 l 34.61 ft3 0.98 m3 | 1225.0 l 43.26 ft3 1.23 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2634.52 lb 1195 kg | 2138.48 lb 970 kg | 2451.54 lb 1112 kg | 3262.84 lb 1480 kg |
| Payload | 936.96 lb 425 kg | - | 917.12 lb 416 kg | 1071.45 lb 486 kg |
| GVWR | 3571.49 lb 1620 kg | - | 3368.66 lb 1528 kg | 4334.29 lb 1966 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | - | 0.68 Cd | 0.29 Cd |
| Additional information | Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1270 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1695 kg | Luggage space follows VDA norms | - | Overhang front / rear - 839 / 657 |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | - | Renault | Renault |
| Model | - | Electric 45 | R80 | R90 / 5Agen3 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front | Rear | Front |
| Power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 33 kW 44.3 hp 44.9 ps | 60 kW 80.5 hp 81.6 ps | 68 kW 91.2 hp 92.5 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | 2521 - 8200 rpm | 3950 - 11450 rpm | 3000 - 11300 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 125 Nm 12.7 kgm 92.2 ft-lb | 160 Nm 16.3 kgm 118.0 ft-lb | 220 Nm 22.4 kgm 162.3 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | - | 500 - 3590 rpm | 250 - 2500 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Comfort Eco Pro Eco Pro+ | Eco | Eco B-mode | Eco |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 77.7 mph 125.0 km/h | 77.7 mph 125.0 km/h | 83.9 mph 135.0 km/h | 83.9 mph 135.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.20 s | 19.10 s | 12.90 s | 13.20 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 6.90 s | - | - | - |
| Additional information | Eco Pro+ 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 | WLTP: 142.9 mi / 230.0 km WLTP: 189.5 mi / 305.0 km | WLTP: 118.1 mi / 190.0 km | NEDC: 250.4 mi / 403.0 km Real range: 124.3 mi / 200.0 km Real range: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 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 | WLTP, CTY: 10 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 13.9 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 16.3 kWh/100 km | NEDC, CMB: 13.3 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 | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 9.5 m 31.17 ft | 8.6 m 28.22 ft | 10.56 m 34.65 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 3.44 | 3.93 | 2.71 |
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 | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| 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 Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut Double wishbone | - | MacPherson strut Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers Single wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link Independent Coil springs (helical springs) | Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) | - | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Shock absorbers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Drums | Drums | Drums |
| Additional information | - | Front disks - 238 x 17 mm Rear drums - 170 mm | Ventilated disks front - 280 mm Drums rear - 9 inches | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx19 5Jx20 5.5Jx19 | - | - | 6Jx15 ET40 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 155/60R20 155/70R19 155/70R19 84Q 175/60R19 175/55R20 | 160/70R14 | 185/50R16 81H 205/45R16 83H | 185/65R15 88Q 195/65R16 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | - | LG Chem | Renault and LG Chem |
| Model | - | - | - | Z.E. 40 |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 22 kWh | 26.8 kWh | 22 kWh | 45.61 kWh |
| Number of cells | 96 | 72 | - | 192 |
| Number of modules | 8 | 12 | 8 | 12 |
| Voltage | 360 V | 262.8 V | 400 V | 346 V |
| Energy density | - | 148.5 Wh/kg | - | - |
| Weight | 449.74 lb 204 kg | 414.47 lb 188 kg | 363.76 lb 165 kg | 672.41 lb 305 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | - | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | AC refrigerant-based cooling system | - | Water-based coolant circulation | Air convection |
| Minimum ambient temperature | - | - | - | -25 °C -13 °F |
| 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 | - | Usable capacity - 21.3 kWh | Usable battery capacity - 41 kWh Estimated volumetric energy density - 505 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 | AC charging, 6.6 kW DC charging, 30 kW | Ac charging, 3.7 kW AC charging, 7.4 kW AC charging, 11 kW AC charging, 22 kW | Wallbox 3.7 kW, 3.7 kW Wallbox 7.4 kW, 7.4 kW Wallbox 11 kW, 11 kW Wallbox 22 kW, 22 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, 6.6 kW | - | Onboard charger, Type 2, 22 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 | DC charging, 0:56 AC charging, 4:51 | 22 kW AC charging, 1:00-1:03 11 kW AC charging, 2:00-2:10 7.4 kW AC charging, 2:58-4:00 3.7 kW AC charging, 5:57-8:00 | Wallbox 22 kW, 2:05 Wallbox 11 kW, 4:09 Wallbox 7.4 kW, 6:10 Wallbox 3.7 kW, 12:20 |
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 (S) 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) | ABS (S) 6 x airbags (S) Automatic Emergency Braking (S) eCall (S) Electronic brakeforce distribution (S) Electronic Stability Control (S) ESP (S) Front collision alert (O) Front radar (S) Height-adjustable front seat belts (S) Hill-star Assist (S) ISOFIX (S) Rear parking sensors (S) Rearview camera (S) Speed limiter (S) Tire pressure monitor (S) Tire repair kit (S) 3.5-inch instrument cluster (S) Android AUto and Apple CarPlay (S) Bluetooth and DAB (S) 2 x speakers front (S) USB (S) Manual (S) Heated rear window (S) Power-adjustable windows (S) Rear window defogger (S) Manually adjustable side mirrors (S) Automatic headplight activation (S) LDR DRLs (S) LED headlights (S) | - | Central armrest with storage (S) Range OptimiZer: heat pump, new-generation regenerative braking and Michelin Energy E-V tyres (S) ABS with emergency brake assist (S) Carbon particles air filter (S) Child lock (S) Driver and passenger front airbags (S) Electronic brakeforce distribution (S) Electronic stability control (S) Front seats designed and tested to reduce the risk of whiplash (S) Hazard warning lights activated automatically in the event of emergency braking (S) Head and thorax front side airbags (S) Hill start assist (S) Isofix mounting system on the rear side seats and front passenger seat (S) Passenger Restraint Cushion airbags in the front seats (S) Rear parking camera (O) Rear parking sensors (S) Standard speed limiter / cruise control (S) Three-point seatbelts with force limiters at the rear (S) Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners at the front (S) Traction control and understeer control (S) Tyre inflation and repair kit (S) Z.E. Voice pedestrian warning (S) 4x35W output with DAB Radio (S) 7-inch touchscreen with voice access and text-to-speech (S) Bluetooth (S) Hands-free keycard (S) Renault R-Link with TomTom navigation system (S) 6 x speakers with 3D Sound by Arkamys (S) TFT colour screen with on-board computer and driving style indicator (S) Cabin preconditioning (heating or air conditioning) (S) Preconditioning of Z.E. 40 battery (heating or air conditioning) (S) With auto humidity level adjustment (S) Heated front seats (O) Three height-adjustable rear side headrests (S) Height and reach adjustable steering wheel (S) Leather steering wheel and gear lever knob (S) Automatic wipers with rain sensors (S) Body-coloured front door handles (S) Front electric windows on driver and passenger side (S) Power-adjustable heated side mirrors (S) Power-folding side mirrors (S) Automatic headlights (S) Automatic illuminating hazard lights in the event of emergency braking (S) Bi-halogen headlights (S) LED daytime running lights (S) Black cloth upholstery (S) Black/grey trim cloth upholstery (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | What's new for 2015? Heated front seats, satellite radio and DC fast charging are now standard. | - | - | - |
| 2015 BMW i3 22 kWh | 2022 Dacia Spring Electric | 2020 Renault Twingo Electric Life | 2017 Renault Zoe R90 |