Comparison between:
- 2021 BMW i3s 42 kWh
- 2020 Honda e Advance 17"
- 2019 FIAT 500e
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2021 BMW i3s 42 kWh | 2020 Honda e Advance 17" | 2019 FIAT 500e | |
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| Trim | 42 kWh | Advance 17" | - |
| Model year | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
| Market | North America, Europe | Europe | North America |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | - | Steel |
| Exterior colors | Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic | Crystal Black Pearl Modern Steel Metallic Charge Yellow Crystal Blue Metallic Platinum White Pearl | Luminosa Orange Metallo Gray Granito Gray Pompei Silver Vesivio Black Pearl Perla White Tri-Coat |
| Interior colors | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown | Black | Black Steam |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 157.7 in 4006 mm | 153.3 in 3895 mm | 142.4 in 3617 mm |
| Width | 70.5 in 1791 mm | 68.9 in 1750 mm | 64.1 in 1627 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | 69.0 in 1752 mm | - |
| Height | 62.6 in 1590 mm | 59.5 in 1512 mm | 60.1 in 1527 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 99.6 in 2530 mm | 90.6 in 2300 mm |
| Front track | 62.7 in 1592 mm | 59.4 in 1510 mm | 55.4 in 1407 mm |
| Rear track | 62.1 in 1578 mm | 59.3 in 1506 mm | 55.0 in 1397 mm |
| Clearance | 5.2 in 131 mm | - | - |
| Minimum clearance | - | 4.7 in 119 mm | - |
| Maximum clearance | - | 5.7 in 145 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | - | 38.9 in 989 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | - | 35.6 in 903 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | - | 49.4 in 1255 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | - | 46.4 in 1179 mm |
| Front hip room | - | - | 47.8 in 1215 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | - | 42.6 in 1083 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1028 mm | - | 40.7 in 1035 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | - | 27.6 in 702 mm |
| Total volume | - | - | 2027.5 l 71.60 ft3 2.03 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 171.0 l 6.04 ft3 0.17 m3 | 198.2 l 7.00 ft3 0.20 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 861.0 l 30.41 ft3 0.86 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 2843.96 lb 1290 kg | 3399.53 lb 1542 kg | 2987.26 lb 1355 kg |
| Payload | 970.03 lb 440 kg | 720.91 lb 327 kg | - |
| GVWR | 3814 lb 1730 kg | 4122.64 lb 1870 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.3 Cd | - | 0.311 Cd |
| Additional information | The height includes roof fin Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1365 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1805 kg Overhang front / rear - 714 / 722 Axle load distribution (%) front / rear - 47 / 53 | Max. permissible axle weight front / rear - 875 / 1005 kg | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | - | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | - | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Front |
| Power | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps | 113 kW 151.5 hp 153.6 ps | 83 kW 111.3 hp 112.8 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | - | - |
| Torque | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb | 315 Nm 32.1 kgm 232.3 ft-lb | 200 Nm 20.4 kgm 147.5 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | Normal Sport | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 90.1 mph 145.0 km/h | 87.6 mph 141.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 6.90 s | 8.30 s | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 214.4 mi / 345.0 km EPA: 152.9 mi / 246.0 km WLTP: 177.1 mi / 285.0 km | WLTP: 130.5 mi / 210.0 km | EPA: 83.9 mi / 135.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 113 MPGe EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 14.6 kWh/100 km | - | EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 103 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe EPA, CTY: 121 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | 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 | 10.31 m 33.83 ft | 9.2 m 30.18 ft | 9.54 m 31.30 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 3.1 | 3 |
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 | - | 9.59 |
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) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Shock absorbers | MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | MacPherson strut Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers Touring-tuned suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers Touring-tuned suspension |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs | - |
| Additional information | - | - | Front rotor size and type - 284 x 22 mm Rear rotor size and type - 251 x 11 mm |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5.5Jx20 6Jx20 | - | 5.5Jx15 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 175/55R20 89T 195/50R20 93T | 205/45R17 225/45R17 | 185/55R15 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | - | - |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | 35.5 kWh | 24 kWh |
| Number of cells | - | - | 97 |
| Voltage | 353 V | - | 364 V |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Active thermal management | Air convection Water-based coolant circulation |
| Additional information | The net battery capacity is 37.9 kWh Uses 120 Ah square cells Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L Optional battery heating system | - | Passive and active cooling Active heating |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | 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 | AC charging, 2.3 kW AC charging, 6.6 kW DC charging, 50 kW DC charging, 100 kW | Wallbox, 6.6 kW DC charging, 40 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, 11 kW Onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1, 11 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 6.6 kW | Onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1, 6.6 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, 0:32 BMW i Wallbox 11 kW, 3:00 BMW i Wallbox 7.4 kW, 4:28 BMW i Wallbox 3.7 kW, 8:56 Household charging, 11:47 | 100 kW DC charging, 0:17-0:22 50kW DC charging, 0:34-0:43 6.6 kW AC charging, 5:23 2.3 kW AC charging, 15:21 | DC Charging, 0:36 Wallbox, 3:39 |
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) 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) | ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) (S) Adaptive Cruise Control (S) Blind Spot Information incl. Cross Traffic Monitor (S) Brake Assist (BA) (S) Collision Mitigation Braking System (S) Collision Mitigation Throttle Control (S) Deflation Warning System (DWS) (S) Driver SRS Airbag (Single Stage inflation) (S) Electric Parking Brake (S) Electric Power Steering (EPS) (S) Electric Power Steering - Variable Gear Ratio (S) Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) (S) Emergency Stop Signal (S) Forward Collision Warning (S) Front and rear seat belts with Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) (S) Front and rear side curtain airbags (S) Front driver and passenger airbags (S) Front side airbags (S) Hill Start Assist (HSA) (S) Honda Parking Pilot (S) Immobiliser System (S) Intelligent Speed limiter (S) ISOFIX (S) Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (S) Lane Keep Assist System (S) Lead Car Departure Notification System (S) Low Speed Brake Function (S) Low Speed Following (S) Parking Sensors (S) Passenger SRS airbag with cut off switch (S) Rear View Camera (S) Remote Central Locking with 2 Keys (S) Road Departure Mitigation (S) Security Alarm System (S) Selectable Door Unlock (S) Single Pedal Control (S) Smart Entry & Start (S) Tilt Sensor (S) Traffic Sign Recognition System (S) Tyre Repair Kit (S) Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) (S) Whiplash Lessening Front Headrests (S) Bluetooth (S) DAB (S) 2 x front USB ports (S) HDMI Socket (S) Honda Dual Screen DA (2x 12" 3') (S) 2 x rear USB ports (S) 8 x speakers with 376W power (S) Steering Wheel Remote Audio Controls (S) Subwoofer Climate Control (S) Rear vent (S) Heated front seats (S) Lumbar support for driver seat (S) Manual height adjustment front seats (S) Heated (S) Leather (S) Tilt and telescopic (S) Auto wipers (S) Electric windows front and rear (S) Front Windshield De-icer (S) Panoramic glass roof (S) Privacy glass (S) Spoiler (S) Centre Camera Mirror System (S) Multi View Camera System (S) Side Camera Mirror System (S) Sunvisor Vanity Mirrors (S) Ambient light roof (S) Ambient ligt at front footwell (S) Audo LED headlights (S) Front map light (S) Headlight Auto On/Off Timer (Coming Home/Leaving Home Function) (S) High Beam Support System (HSS) (S) LED DRLs (S) LED front fog lights (S) LED rear lights (S) Meter illumination (S) Rear reading light (S) Sunvisor vanity mirror illumination (S) Trunk light (S) Fabric (S) | Push-button e-shift with illuminated gear position indication (S) Wheels with Black/Electric Orange accented inserts (O) Advanced multi-stage driver and front-passenger air bags (S) Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (S) BeltAlert for front seats (S) Brake Assist (S) Brake/Park interlock (S) Constant-force retractors (CFR) (S) Driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side air bags (pelvic-thorax) (S) Driver inflatable knee air bag (S) e-Park prawl (S) Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) (S) Electronic stability control (ESC) (S) Front and rear side-curtain air bags (S) Hill-start Assist (HSA) (S) Intelligent battery sensor (IBS) (S) LATCH (S) Occupant restraint controller (ORC) (S) ParkSense rear park assist system (S) Pedestrian alert (S) Reactive head restraints (front seats) (S) Remote keyless/illuminated entry system (S) Sentry Key engine immobilizer (S) Three-point seat belts for all positions (S) Tire pressure monitor system (S) Traction control system (TCS) (S) Vehicle theft security alarm (S) 12-volt power outlet (S) 7-inch TFT display (instrument cluster) (S) AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA Radio (S) Auxiliary input jack (S) Bluetooth (S) Driver selectable Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with trip computer (S) Key fob - remote keyless entry with folding shank (S) 6 x premium speakers and a 276W amplifier (S) SiriusXM Radio (S) TomTom Navigation (S) Uconnect 5.0 with a 5-inch touch screen, voice commands, handsfree (S) USB Port with iPod control (S) Automatic temperature control with humidity sensor (S) Cabin air filtration (S) 50/50 split/fold-down rear seat (S) Driver's seat with manual height adjuster, easy entry and seatback memory (S) Heated driver and front-passenger seats (O) Leather wrapped steering wheel with audio and cruise controls (S) Steering column with manual tilt (S) Front power windows with express one-touch down (S) Front, parallel-action, variable-intermittent wipers (S) Liftgate mounted spoiler, body color (S) Rear, variable-intermittent wipers (S) Rear-window defroster (S) Sunroof - power with vent and one-touch express open (O) Tinted glass (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Electric Orange exterior mirrors (O) Power adjustable, heated, with driver's side spotter mirror and manual foldaway (S) Sun visors with vanity mirrors (S) Bi-halogen projector headlamps (S) Black accented headlamp, tail lamp and lower turn signal lamps (O) Chrome lower turn signal lamps (S) Chromed headlamp bezels (S) Chromed tail lamp bezels (S) Daytime-running lamps (DRL) (S) Halogen fog lamps (S) LED center high-mounted signal lamp (CHMSL) (S) Fabric (S) Leather (O) Steam/Electric Orange interior colour (O) |
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. | - | 2013 - 2019 FIAT 500e is produced in Mexico (Toluca). From 2016 to 2019 the FIAT 500e remains largely unchanged. 2017 brings the e-Sport Package as a separate model dubbed FIAT 500e e-Sport. 2018 offers a new set of colours and the number is decreased to six. |
| 2021 BMW i3s 42 kWh | 2020 Honda e Advance 17" | 2019 FIAT 500e |