Comparison between:
- 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance Style
- 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh
- 2020 Renault Zoe R135
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance Style | 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh | 2020 Renault Zoe R135 | |
| Series | ID. | - | ZE50 |
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| Model alias | ID.3 Style | - | - |
| Trim | Pure Performance Style | 42 kWh | R135 |
| Model year | 2021 | 2019 | 2020 |
| Market | Europe | North America, Europe | Europe |
| Price | EUR 38,375 (DE, Feb 2021) GBP 37,180 (UK, Feb 2021) | USD 44,450 (USA, Jul 2019) GBP 35,350 (UK, Jul 2019) EUR 42,300 (NL, Jul 2019) EUR 38,000 (DE, Jul 2019) EUR 39,950 (FR, Jul 2019) EUR 39,900 (ES, Jul 2019) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | - |
| Exterior colors | Glacier White Silver Metallic Manganese Grey Metallic Penny Copper Metallic Makena Turquoise Metallic Stonewashed Blue Metallic Scale Silver Metallic Moonstone Grey | Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic | Celadon Blue Flame Red Quartz White Diamond Black Highland Grey Glacier White Titanium Grey Aconite Zircon Blue Quartz White |
| Interior colors | Platinum Grey-Dusty Grey | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown | Black Grey |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | - |
| Number of seats | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Length | 167.8 in 4261 mm | 157.9 in 4011 mm | - |
| Width | 71.2 in 1809 mm | 69.9 in 1775 mm | - |
| Width with mirrors | - | 80.3 in 2040 mm | - |
| Height | 61.7 in 1568 mm | 62.9 in 1598 mm | - |
| Wheelbase | 109.1 in 2770 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm | - |
| Front track | 60.9 in 1548 mm | 61.9 in 1572 mm | - |
| Rear track | 60.0 in 1525 mm | 62.0 in 1575 mm | - |
| Clearance | - | 5.5 in 139 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 40.3 in 1024 mm | 39.6 in 1006 mm | - |
| Rear headroom | - | 37.2 in 945 mm | - |
| Front shoulder room | - | 53.6 in 1361 mm | - |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 49.2 in 1250 mm | - |
| Front legroom | - | 40.5 in 1029 mm | - |
| Rear legroom | - | 31.9 in 810 mm | - |
| Trunk volume | 385.0 l 13.60 ft3 0.39 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | - |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1267.0 l 44.74 ft3 1.27 m3 | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 3906.59 lb 1772 kg | 2965.22 lb 1345 kg | - |
| Payload | 1031.76 lb 468 kg | 970.03 lb 440 kg | - |
| GVWR | 4938.35 lb 2240 kg | 3780.93 lb 1715 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.267 Cd | 0.29 Cd | - |
| Additional information | Permissible load on the front axle - 1050 kg Permissible load on the rear axle - 1240 kg | Overhang front / rear - 770 / 965 mm | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen | BMW | Renault |
| Model | APP 310 | - | R135 |
| Electric motor type | Brushless DC | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Front |
| Power | 110 kW 147.5 hp 149.6 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 4800 rpm | 4200 - 11163 rpm |
| Torque | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 245 Nm 25.0 kgm 180.7 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | - | 1500 - 3600 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Comfort Sport | Eco Eco+ Comfort | Eco Normal B-mode D-mode |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 87.0 mph 140.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 8.90 s | 7.20 s | 9.90 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP: 216.2 mi / 348.0 km | NEDC: 223.1 mi / 359.0 km EPA: 153.0 mi / 246.2 km WLTP: 192.6 mi / 310.0 km | WLTP: 245.4 mi / 395.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 14.9 kWh/100 km | NEDC, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe EPA, CTY: 124 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m 33.46 ft | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | - |
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 | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | - | 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 Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) MacPherson strut | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | - |
| Rear suspension | Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | - |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Discs | Ventilated discs | Discs |
| Rear brakes | Drums | Ventilated discs | Discs |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 7.5Jx18 | 5Jx19 5Jx20 5.5Jx19 | - |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 215/55R18 T | 155/60R20 155/70R19 84Q 175/50R20 | - |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | LG Chem | Samsung SDI | Renault and LG Chem |
| Model | LGX E78 (NCM712) | - | Z.E. 50 |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 45 kWh | 42.2 kWh | 54.66 kWh |
| Number of cells | 192 | - | 192 |
| Number of modules | 8 | - | 12 |
| Voltage | 408 V | 352 V | 400 V |
| Energy density | 265 Wh/kg | - | 168 Wh/kg |
| Weight | 454.15 lb 206 kg | - | 718.71 lb 326 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation | AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Air convection |
| Additional information | Estimated gross capacity - 48 kWh | The net battery capacity is 37.9 kWh Uses 120 Ah square cells Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L Optional battery heating system | Usable battery capacity - 52 kWh Heat pump Battery cell model - LGX E78 Vattery cell voltage - 3.65 V Battery cell capacity - 78 Ah Battery cell weight - 1.073 g Battery cell chemistry - NCM172 Battery cell energy density - 265 Wh/kg |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | Wallbox, 7.2 kW DC charging, 100 kW | Household charging, 2.8 kW BMW i Wallbox 3.7 kW, 3.7 kW BMW i Wallbox 7.4 kW, 7.4 kW BMW i Wallbox 11 kW, 11 kW DC fast charging, 50 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 DC 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 1 CCS1, 11 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 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 charging, 0:32 Wallbox 7.2 kW, 6:15 | DC fast charging, 0:41 BMW i Wallbox 11 kW, 3:50 BMW i Wallbox 7.4 kW, 5:42 BMW i Wallbox 3.7 kW, 11:24 Household charging, 15:04 | DC charging, 0:50-1:03 Wallbox 22 kW, 2:22 Wallbox 11 kW, 4:44 Wallbox 7.4 kW, 7:02 Wallbox 3.7 kW, 14:04 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Removable luggage compartment floor (S) Stainless steel pedals with play/pause design (S) Airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Automatic Braking System (ABS) (S) Automatic Distance Control with Stop & Go (S) Crash warning system (S) Driver drowsiness detection (S) ECall emergency call system (S) Electronic brake force distribution (S) Electronic immobilizer (S) Emergency Brake Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection (S) First aid kit, warning triangle and safety vest (S) Front Assist with proactive occupant protection (S) Front head and side airbags with center airbag (S) Front seats with lumbar support and massage function (O) ISOFIX on outer rear seats and front passenger seat (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Park Distance Control, rear radar (S) Rearview camera (S) Speed limiter (S) Theft alarm with interior monitoring, back-up horn and tow-away protection (S) Three-point automatic seat belts at the front with belt tensioners (S) Tire control display (S) Tool kit and tire mobility set: 12 volt compressor and tire sealant (S) Traffic signs recognition (S) 10-inch multi-touch display (S) 5.3-inch insturment cluster (S) App-Connect including App-Connect Wireless for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (S) Bluetooth for mobiles and music streaming (S) DAB+ digital radio (S) Dicover Pro navigation system (S) Inductive smartphone charging (S) Intelligent Natural Voice control (S) Keyless locking and starting system with safe fuse (S) 4 x speaker audio system (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports at the front (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports at the rear (S) Air Care Climatronic air conditioning system with 2- Zone Temperature Control (S) 60/40 folding rear seats (S) Armrests for front seats (S) Centre console with illuminated storage compartment with roller blind, 2 cup holders (S) Electronically adjustable ergoActive-front seats with memory function (O) Front seats with mechanical backrest angle adjustment and mechanical length adjustment (S) Heated front seats (S) Thigh support (O) Multifunction steering wheel in leather, heated, with touch controls (S) Electronic windows lifters with pulse switching (S) Fixed rear window with wipers with interval switching (S) Front windscreen washer nozzles automatically heated (S) Green thermal insulation glazing, sides and rear (S) Heated and electrically adjustable exterior mirrors (S) Intermittent wiper control (S) Rain sensor (S) Tinted rear side windows and boot window (S) Windshield wipe-wash system (S) Aspherical exterior mirror on driver's side, convex on passenger's side (S) Electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors (S) Lighted mirrors on sun visors (S) Passenger side mirror lowering (S) Rearview mirror auto dimming (S) 30-color ambient lighting (S) Ambient lighting with logo projection (S) Dynamic high beam control "Dynamic Light Assist" (S) Illuminated door handles (S) Illuminated strip between headlights (S) LED matrix front lights with DRLs and fog lights (S) LED taillights with dynamic flashing light (S) Welcome function (S) Door and side panels in synthetic leather (S) Fragment fabric (S) Seat panels in Flow fabric (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) | 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) |
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. | - |
| 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance Style | 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh | 2020 Renault Zoe R135 |