Comparison between:
- 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh
- 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC Progressive Advanced
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh | 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC Progressive Advanced | |
| Series | - | EQB |
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| Trim | 42 kWh | Progressive Advanced |
| Model year | 2019 (MY19) | 2022 (MY22) |
| Market | North America, Europe | Europe |
| Price | 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 | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic | Patagonia Red Mountain Gray Digital White Cosmos Black Denim Blue Iridium Silver Mountain Gray Magno Rose Gold |
| Interior colors | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown | Black Rose Gold / Titanium Gray Macchiato Beige / Black Cyber Cut Blue |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 / 7 |
| Length | 157.9 in 4011 mm | 184.4 in 4684 mm |
| Width | 69.9 in 1775 mm | - |
| Width with mirrors | 80.3 in 2040 mm | 79.5 in 2020 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | - | 72.2 in 1834 mm |
| Height | 62.9 in 1598 mm | 65.6 in 1667 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 111.4 in 2829 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 62.4 in 1585 mm |
| Rear track | 62.0 in 1575 mm | 62.4 in 1584 mm |
| Front overhang | 30.3 in 770 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | 38.0 in 965 mm | - |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 139 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 42.1 in 1069 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | 38.5 in 979 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | 57.3 in 1455 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | 56.7 in 1441 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 55.9 in 1419 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 54.9 in 1394 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 41.1 in 1044 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | 38.1 in 968 mm |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 495.0 l 17.48 ft3 0.49 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 1710.0 l 60.39 ft3 1.71 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2965.22 lb 1345 kg | 4795.05 lb 2175 kg |
| Payload | 970.03 lb 440 kg | 892.87 lb 405 kg |
| GVWR | 3780.93 lb 1715 kg | 5687.93 lb 2580 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | 0.28 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Trunk volume in a 7-seater - 465 - 1620 l 7-seaters standard in China |
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) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | - |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | - |
| Torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort | - |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Motor type | - | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location | - | Front |
| Regenerative braking | - | Yes |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 215 kW 288.3 hp 292.3 ps |
| Total system torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 520 Nm 53.0 kgm 383.5 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.20 s | 6.20 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC, CMB: 223.1 mi / 359.0 km EPA, CMB: 153.0 mi / 246.2 km WLTP, CMB: 192.6 mi / 310.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 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 EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe | WLTP, CMB: 18.1 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 11.7 m 38.39 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) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| 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 MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Multi-link Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Additional information | - | Lowered Comfort Chassis Optional Adjustable Dampers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 5Jx20 | 7.5Jx18H ET2 7.5Jx19 8.5Jx20 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 155/70R19 84Q 155/60R20 175/50R20 | 235/55R18 W 235/50R19 235/45R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | 37.9 kWh | - |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | - |
| Battery capacity | - | 66.5 kWh |
| Battery capacity in Ah | 120 Ah | 187.5 Ah |
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | LG Chem and Deutsche ACCUMOTIVE |
| Type | NCM622 | Lithium-Ion |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | - |
| Number of cells | - | 200 |
| Battery cell format | Pouch | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | - |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | - |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | - |
| Number of modules | - | 5 |
| Battery voltage | 352 V | 420 V |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Additional information | Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L | - |
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 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 2.8 kW AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW DC 50 kW | AC 11 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 50 kW, 0:41 AC 11 kW, 3:50 AC 7.4 kW, 5:42 AC 3.7 kW, 11:24 AC 2.8 kW, 15:04 | DC 100 kW, 0:30 AC 11 kW, 5:45 |
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 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) | Aluminum roof rails (S) Center console storage compartment with cover (S) Double cup holder (S) Driver reflective vests (S) Glove compartment with lighting (S) Lapse of RoofRails (S) Progressive Exterior (S) Towbar with ESP Stabilization Function (O) Acoustic vehicle indicator (S) Active Brake Assist (S) Active Lane Keeping Assist (S) Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC (O) Adaptive brake lights flash during emergency braking (S) Adaptive braking with Hold function (S) Airbags for driver and passenger (S) Anti-lock brakes ABS (S) Anti-spin (ASR) (S) Automatic ignition of headlamps (S) Blind Spot Assist (S) Central locking with internal switch, automatic locking (S) Collision sensor with automatic unlocking (S) Cruise Control (S) Distronic Plus with Steering Assistant (O) Driving Assistant Package (S) Electronic key with chrome details (S) Electronic parking brake (S) Electronic Stability Program (ESP) (S) Hands-free access (O) ISOFIX child seat mounts in the outer rear seats (S) Knee airbag for driver (S) Pedestrian protection (Active hood) (S) Rear view camera (S) Side airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Side airbags in the rear (O) Speed Limit Assist (S) Tire pressure monitor (S) Traffic Sign Assist (S) Trip computer (S) URBAN GUARD Alarm Pack Plus (O) 10.25" Media Displays (S) 12V socket in the luggage compartment (S) 4G Communication module (S) Advanced Soundsystem (S) DAB + digital radio (S) Dashboard with multifunction display (S) Eco Assist (S) Emergency Call System (S) Fully Digital Instrument Display (S) Head-up Display (O) Indicator lever with one-touch function (S) KEYLESS-GO (S) Live Traffic Information (S) MBUX incl. Touchpad (S) MBUX Navigation (S) Outside temperature meter (S) Remote and Charging Services Plus (S) Reversing camera (S) Smartphone Integration Package (S) 2 x USB sockets in the back seat (S) Wireless charging for smartphones (S) THERMOTRONIC automatic air-conditioning (S) 3-point seat belts including manually height-adjustable belts (S) 4-Way Lumber Support front seats (S) 40/20/40 split rear seats (S) Air-conditioned front seats (O) Electric Memory Seat driver (O) Electric Memory Seat front passenger (O) Front Multi-contour seats with massage function (O) Heated front seats (S) Height-adjustable headrests (S) Seat comfort package with extendable seat cushion (S) Gear shift levers on the steering wheel (S) Heated multifunction steering wheel in leather (S) EASY-PACK tailgate (S) Heated rear window with timer (S) Heated window washer system (S) Light and visibility package (S) Night Package (O) Panoramic sunroof (O) Rain sensor (S) Sunshades with illuminated mirrors (S) Electrically retractable side mirrors (S) Electronically adjustable side mirrors (S) Exterior mirror on driver's side and interior mirror aut. blendless (S) 3rd brake light with LED technology (S) Adaptive High Beam Assistant (S) Ambient lighting (S) Exterior lighting with logo projection (O) LED High Performance headlights (S) LED taillights with LED light band (S) Artificial leather ARTICO / Fabric Fléron (S) Leather (O) Roof Cover - Black Fabric (S) Velour floor mats (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. | - |
| 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh | 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC Progressive Advanced |