Comparison between:
- 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 28 kWh
- 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh
- 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh
- 2024 Hyundai KONA Electric 48.4 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Aluminium High tensile strength steel | Aluminium High tensile strength steel | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Advanced High-Strength Steel High Tensile Steel |
| Exterior colors | Polar White Platinum Silver Aurora Silver Phantom Black Blazing Yellow Marina Blue Phoenix Orange | Phantom Black Polar White Iron Gray Intense Blue Fiery Red Fluidic Metal Electric Shadow Liquid Sand Typhoon Silver | Protonic Blue Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Mineral Grey Metallic Platinum Silver Ionic Silver | Engine Red Atlas White Ultimate Red Ecotronic Gray Sailing Blue Abyss Black Serenity White Meta Blue Cypress Green |
| Interior colors | Black | Black Gray two-tone Electric Shadow | - | Black Grey |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Length | 176.0 in 4470 mm | 176.0 in 4470 mm | 157.4 in 3999 mm | 171.5 in 4355 mm |
| Width | 71.7 in 1820 mm | 71.7 in 1820 mm | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 71.9 in 1825 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.5 in 2045 mm | - | 80.2 in 2037 mm | - |
| Height | 57.5 in 1460 mm | 57.1 in 1450 mm | 62.1 in 1578 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in 2700 mm | 106.3 in 2700 mm | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 104.7 in 2660 mm |
| Front track | 61.2 in 1555 mm | 61.2 in 1555 mm | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 62.6 in 1590 mm |
| Rear track | 61.6 in 1564 mm | 61.6 in 1564 mm | 61.3 in 1557 mm | 63.0 in 1600 mm |
| Front overhang | - | 34.6 in 880 mm | - | 33.9 in 861 mm |
| Rear overhang | - | 35.0 in 890 mm | - | 32.9 in 836 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.9 in 151 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.5 in 1004 mm | 39.5 in 1004 mm | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 40.0 in 1016 mm |
| Rear headroom | 38.2 in 970 mm | 37.4 in 950 mm | 37.2 in 945 mm | 38.3 in 973 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.1 in 1425 mm | 56.1 in 1425 mm | 53.6 in 1361 mm | 56.5 in 1435 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.0 in 1396 mm | 55.0 in 1396 mm | 49.2 in 1250 mm | 55.2 in 1402 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.8 in 1366 mm | 53.8 in 1366 mm | - | 54.0 in 1372 mm |
| Rear hip room | 52.9 in 1344 mm | 52.9 in 1344 mm | - | 52.4 in 1331 mm |
| Front legroom | 44.7 in 1136 mm | 44.7 in 1136 mm | 40.5 in 1028 mm | 41.7 in 1059 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.5 in 800 mm | 31.5 in 800 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm | 36.4 in 925 mm |
| Passenger volume | - | - | 2379.0 l 84.01 ft3 2.38 m3 | 2803.0 l 98.99 ft3 2.80 m3 |
| Total volume | - | - | - | 3525.0 l 124.48 ft3 3.52 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 350.0 l 12.36 ft3 0.35 m3 | 357.0 l 12.61 ft3 0.36 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 466.0 l 16.46 ft3 0.47 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1410.0 l 49.79 ft3 1.41 m3 | 1417.0 l 50.04 ft3 1.42 m3 | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1300.0 l 45.91 ft3 1.30 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | - | - | - | 27.0 l 0.95 ft3 0.03 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3130.56 lb 1420 kg | 3366.46 lb 1527 kg | 2744.76 lb 1245 kg | 3891.16 lb 1765 kg |
| Roof load | - | - | - | 220.46 lb 100 kg |
| Payload | 1014.13 lb 460 kg | 976.65 lb 443 kg | 936.96 lb 425 kg | 925.94 lb 420 kg |
| GVWR | 4144.69 lb 1880 kg | 4343.11 lb 1970 kg | 3681.72 lb 1670 kg | 4817.1 lb 2185 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.24 Cd | 0.24 Cd | 0.29 Cd | 0.27 Cd |
| Additional information | Height for Europe - 1450 mm Height for rest of the world - 1460 mm | Curb weight excludes driver weight. | Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1320 kg GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1745 kg | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | - | BMW | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Front | Rear | Front |
| Power | 88 kW 118.0 hp 119.6 ps | 101 kW 136.1 hp 138.0 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 99 kW 132.8 hp 134.6 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 2850 - 6000 rpm | 2850 - 6000 rpm | 4800 rpm | - |
| Torque | 295 Nm 30.1 kgm 217.6 ft-lb | 295 Nm 30.1 kgm 217.6 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 1000 - 2850 rpm | 1000 - 2850 rpm | - | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Normal Sport | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | Eco Eco+ Comfort | Eco Comfort Sport i-PEDAL |
| Additional information | - | - | - | Smart Regenerative System |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 88 kW 118.0 hp 119.6 ps | 101 kW 136.1 hp 138.0 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 99 kW 132.8 hp 134.6 ps |
| Total system torque | 295 Nm 30.1 kgm 217.6 ft-lb | 295 Nm 30.1 kgm 217.6 ft-lb | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 102.5 mph 165.0 km/h | 102.5 mph 165.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 101.0 mph 162.5 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 9.90 s | - | 7.30 s | 9.90 s |
| Additional information | Acceleration 0-100 km/h in Normal mode - 10.2 s. | - | - | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC, CMB: 174.0 mi / 280.0 km EPA, CMB: 124.3 mi / 200.0 km | EPA, CMB: 170.0 mi / 273.6 km WLTP, CMB: 193.2 mi / 311.0 km | NEDC, CMB: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km EPA, CMB: 114.0 mi / 183.5 km | WLTP, CMB: 234.3 mi / 377.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 11.5 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 150 MPGe EPA, CMB: 15.7 kWh/100 km EPA, CMB: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 136 MPGe EPA, HWY: 122 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 145 MPGe EPA, CMB: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 133 MPGe EPA, HWY: 121 MPGe | NEDC, CMB: 12.6 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 129 MPGe EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 106 MPGe EPA, CMB: 118 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 | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.66 | 2.85 | - | 2.5 |
| Additional information | - | Overall steering gear ratio - 15:1:1 | - | - |
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 | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | 7.412 | 7.412 | 9.665 | - |
| Additional information | - | - | - | Gear ratio - 10.65 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Multi-link Shock absorbers Trailing arm (trailing link) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | - | - | - | 12.0 in 305 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | - | - | - | 1.0 in 25 mm |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Discs | Ventilated discs | Discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | - | - | - | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | - | - | - | 0.4 in 10 mm |
| Additional information | - | Front brakes diameter - 280 mm Rear brakes diameter - 284 mm | - | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 6.5Jx16 ET45 | 6.5Jx16 ET45 | 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 5Jx20 | 7Jx17 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 205/55R16 91H | 205/60R16 R | 155/70R19 84Q 175/60R19 84Q 155/60R20 175/50R20 | 215/60R17 96H |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | - | 38.3 kWh | 27.2 kWh | - |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | - | 40.4 kWh | 33.2 kWh | - |
| Battery capacity | 28 kWh | - | - | 48.4 kWh |
| Battery capacity in Ah | - | - | 94 Ah | - |
| Manufacturer | LG Chem | LG Chem | Samsung SDI | LG Chem |
| Model | - | LGX E63 | - | - |
| Type | NCM (NMC) | NCM622 | NCM622 | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | 192 | 176 | 96 | 72 |
| Battery cell format | - | - | Pouch | - |
| Cell configuration | 2p96s 2 cells in parallel 96 cells in series | - | 1p96s 1 cells in parallel 96 cells in series | 1p72s 1 cells in parallel 72 cells in series |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | 4.2 V | 4.2 V | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | 12 | - | 8 | - |
| Battery voltage | 360 V | 319.4 V | 353 V | 295 V |
| Energy density | 104.9 Wh/kg | 112.4 Wh/kg | - | - |
| Weight | 599.22 lb 271.8 kg | 791.46 lb 359 kg | - | 727.53 lb 330 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, mid-rear | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, mid-rear |
| Thermal Management | Air convection | Liquid-based coolant circulation Optional battery heater | Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump Battery pre-conditioning |
| Additional information | - | - | Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L | 400V system Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 6 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW AC 7.2 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW | AC 6 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW AC 7.2 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW | AC 2.8 kW AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW DC 50 kW | AC 10.4 kW DC 100 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 100 kW, 0:14 DC 50 kW, 0:27 AC 7.2 kW, 4:16 | DC 100 kW, 0:23 DC 50 kW, 0:46 AC 7.2 kW, 5:20 | 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 | DC 100 kW, 0:41 AC 10.4 kW, 4:55 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Alloy pedals (S) Cargo cover (S) Center armrest storage (S) Metallic paint (O) Rear center armrest with cupholders (S) Advanced dual front airbags with Occupant Classification System (S) Anti-lock Braking System (S) Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection (S) Blind Spot Detection (BSD) with Rear Cross-traffic Alert (RCTA) and Lane Change Assist (S) Brake Assist (S) Driver and front passenger side-impact airbags (S) Driver Attention Warning (S) Driver's blind spot mirror (S) Driver's knee airbag (S) Electronic Brake-force Distribution (S) Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) (S) Electronic Stability Control (S) Energy-absorbing steering column (S) Front and rear parking sensors (S) Front and rear side-curtain airbags (S) Front seatbelt pretensioners and force limiters (S) Lane Keep Assist (LKA) (S) Rear LATCH (S) Rear parking sensors (S) Rearview camera (S) Remote keyless entry system with alarm (S) Smart Cruise Control (S) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with individual tire pressure indicator (S) Traction Control System (S) Vehicle Stability Management (S) 12V power outlet (S) 7-inch display audio system with high-resolution touchscreen (S) 7-inch LCD instrument cluster (S) 8-inch navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen (S) AM/FM/HD Radio/SiriusXM audio system (S) Android Auto & Apple CarPlay (S) Blue Link Guidance Package (for 3 years, enrollment required) (S) Bluetooth hands-free phone system with voice recognition (S) Clari-Fi Music Restoration Technology (S) Complimentary SiriusXM activation and 3-month trial subscription (S) Free standard three-year Blue Link services (S) Infinity Premium Audio with 8 speakers including center channel and subwoofer (S) Proximity Key entry with push button start (S) Smartphone/USB and auxiliary input jacks (S) USB port in center console (charge only) (S) Wireless device charging (S) Automatic temperature control with Auto Defogging System (S) Floor console-mounted rear-seat HVAC vents (S) Ventilated driver and front passener seats (S) Heat pump (S) 10-way power driver seat with power lumbar support (S) 6-way driver and front passenger seats with seat height adjustment (S) 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback (S) Adjustable head restraints for all seating positions (S) Heated front seats (S) Heated rear seats (S) Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver seat (S) Leather-wrapped steering wheel (S) Steering-wheel-mounted audio, Bluetooth and cruise controls (S) Tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel (S) Aero-type wiper design (S) Chrome beltline molding (S) Chrome door handles (S) Door handle approach light (S) Front passenger window auto-down/up (S) Front windshield 2-speed intermittent, mist function (S) Lower door side molding (S) Power door locks (S) Power tilt-and-slide sunroof (S) Power window lock-out button (S) Power windows with driver's auto-down/up (S) Premium door sill plates (S) Rear window defroster (S) Solar control glass (S) Sunvisor extensions (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink and compass (S) Dual illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Dual power-folding side mirrors with puddle lamps (S) Heated side mirrors (S) Manual-folding bodycolor power side mirrors (S) Side mirrors with turn-signal indicators (S) Automatic headlight control (S) Headlights with Dynamic Bending Light (S) HID headlights with LED light guide (S) High Beam Assist (S) Illuminated ignition (S) LED Daytime Running Lights (S) LED interior illumination (S) LED tail lamps (S) Rear Spoiler with Integrated LED Brake Light (S) Leather seating surfaces (S) Premium cloth seating (S) | SmartSense active safety and driving assistance systems (S) 10.25-inch AVN screen (S) 7-inch LCD console display (S) Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support (S) Audio Video Navigation system (O) Blue Link connectivity services (S) Multi-Bluetooth function (with 10.25-inch AVN option only) (S) Blue ambient lighting (S) Black cloth (S) Dark Chrome Accent dashboard garnish (O) Leather in four color options (O) | 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) 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) 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) 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) | - |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | Hyundai IONIQ Electric has been announced in July 2016 for the 2017 model year and remains almost unchanged until MY 2019. | - | - | 3rd Generation K Platform (K3) |
| 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 28 kWh | 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh | 2017 BMW i3 33 kWh | 2024 Hyundai KONA Electric 48.4 kWh |



