Comparison between:
- 2018 BMW i3s 33 kWh
- 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2018 BMW i3s 33 kWh | 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT | |
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| Trim | 33 kWh | 2LT |
| Model year | 2018 | 2023 |
| Market | North America, Europe | North America |
| Price | - | USD 29,795 (USA, Feb 2023) |
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 | Steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Protonic Blue Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Mineral Grey Metallic Platinum Silver Ionic Silver | Radiant Red Tintcoat Ice Blue Metallic Summit White Mosaic Black Metallic Grau Ghost Metallic Silver Flare Metallic Bright Blue Metallic |
| Interior colors | Atelier European Dark | Jet Black |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 |
| Length | 157.7 in 4006 mm | 163.2 in 4145 mm |
| Width | 70.5 in 1791 mm | 69.5 in 1765 mm |
| Height | 62.6 in 1590 mm | 63.4 in 1611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 102.4 in 2600 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 59.1 in 1501 mm |
| Rear track | 61.3 in 1557 mm | 59.1 in 1501 mm |
| Clearance | 5.2 in 131 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 40.1 in 1018 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | 37.9 in 962 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | 54.6 in 1388 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | 52.8 in 1340 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 51.3 in 1303 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 50.6 in 1286 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1028 mm | 44.3 in 1124 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | 36.0 in 915 mm |
| Passenger volume | - | 2659.0 l 93.90 ft3 2.66 m3 |
| Total volume | - | 3129.0 l 110.50 ft3 3.13 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 470.0 l 16.60 ft3 0.47 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1614.0 l 57.00 ft3 1.61 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2788.85 lb 1265 kg | 3624.4 lb 1644 kg |
| Payload | 936.96 lb 425 kg | - |
| GVWR | 3725.81 lb 1690 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.32 Cd | 0.308 Cd |
| Additional information | The height includes roof fin Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1340 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1765 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 | Front |
| Power | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | - |
| Torque | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb | 360 Nm 36.7 kgm 265.5 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | Normal Sport Drive Low |
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 |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 6.90 s | - |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | - | 6.50 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 174.0 mi / 280.0 km EPA: 107.0 mi / 172.2 km WLTP: 152.2 mi / 245.0 km | EPA: 258.5 mi / 416.0 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: 99 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe EPA, CTY: 126 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 14.3 kWh/100 km | EPA, CMB: 28 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 109 MPGe EPA, CMB: 120 MPGe EPA, CTY: 131 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.31 m 33.83 ft | 10.62 m 34.84 ft |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.665 | 7.05 |
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 | Independent MacPherson strut Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Coil springs (helical springs) Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Shock absorbers Semi-independent |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs |
| Additional information | - | Front brake rotor diameter: 276 mm / 11 in Rear brake rotor diamete: 264 mm / 10 in |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5.5Jx20 6Jx20 | 6.5Jx17 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 175/55R20 89T 195/50R20 93T | 215/50R17 H |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | LG Chem |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 33.2 kWh | 65 kWh |
| Number of cells | 96 | 288 |
| Number of modules | 8 | 10 |
| Voltage | 353 V | 350 V |
| Weight | - | 947.99 lb 430 kg |
| Volume | - | 285.0 l 10.06 ft3 0.28 m3 |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Water-based coolant circulation |
| Additional information | The net battery capacity is 27.2 kWh Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L Optional battery heating system | - |
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 | - |
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 | - |
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 | - |
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) | Adaptive Cruise Control (O) Automatic Emergency Braking (S) Cruise control (S) Driver and front passenger dual-stage frontal airbags (S) Driver Attention Camera (O) Electronic parking brake (S) Electronic Precision Shift with One Pedal Driving mode (S) Energy Assist (S) Following Distance Indicator (S) Forward Collision Alert (S) Front Pedestrian Braking (S) HD Surround Vision (S) IntelliBeam auto high beam assist (S) Keyless Open and Start (S) Knee airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone (S) Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning (S) LATCH System (S) Pedestrian Safety Signal (S) Rear child security door locks (S) Rear Cross Traffic Alert (S) Rear Park Assist (S) Rear Seat Reminder (S) Regen on demand (S) Remote Keyless Entry (S) Remote panic alarm (S) Roof-rail side-impact and thorax side-impact seat-mounted airbags front and rear (S) Seat-mounted side-impact airbags for all outboard seating positions (S) StabiliTrak electronic stability control system with traction control (S) Super Cruise (O) Teen Driver (S) Tire Fill Alert (S) Tire Pressure Monitor System with Tire Fill Alert (S) Vehicle efficiency display (S) 6 x -speaker audio system (S) 10.2-inch multitouch screen (S) 8-inch reconfigurable color gauge cluster (S) Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus (S) SiriusXM with 360L 3-month Trial Subscription (S) Wi-Fi hotspot capable (S) Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto (S) Automatic climate control (S) Cabin air filter (S) Rear seat heat duct (S) Remote Start (S) 6-way manual front passenger seat (S) 60/40 split-folding rear seat (S) 8-way power adjustable driver's seat (S) Front passenger seatback map pocket (S) Heated driver and front passenger seats (S) Deluxe steering wheel (S) Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel (S) Manual tilt and telescoping steering column (S) Driver and front passenger visors (S) Power door locks (S) Power liftgate (S) Power windows (S) Rear cargo cover (S) Solar-absorbing glass (S) Black heated power-adjustable and manual folding outside mirrors (S) Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror (S) Ambient instrument panel lighting (S) Automatic on/off headlamps (S) LED headlamps (S) LED headlamps (S) LED tail lamps (S) Signature LED daytime running lamps with sequential turn signals (S) Leather-appointed seats (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. | - |
| 2018 BMW i3s 33 kWh | 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT |