Comparison between:
- 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh
- 2019 Volkswagen e-Golf SE
- 2014 BMW i3 22 kWh

Brand, model, trim, price

Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.

2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh2019 Volkswagen e-Golf SE2014 BMW i3 22 kWh
2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh2019 Volkswagen e-Golf SE2014 BMW i3 22 kWh
Trim38.3 kWhSE22 kWh
Model year202020192014
MarketNorth America, EuropeNorth America, EuropeNorth America, Europe
Price-USD 31,895 (USA, Jul 2019)
GBP 33,840 (UK, Jul 2019)
EUR 41,005 (NL, Jul 2019)
EUR 35,900 (DE, Jul 2019)
EUR 42,090 (FR, Jul 2019)
EUR 39,460 (ES, Jul 2019)
EUR 40,750 (IT, Jul 2019)		-

Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.

Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.

Body styleHatchbackHatchbackHatchback
MaterialsAluminium
High tensile strength steel		SteelCarbon fiber reinforced polymer
Aluminium
Exterior colorsPhantom Black
Polar White
Iron Gray
Intense Blue
Fiery Red
Fluidic Metal
Electric Shadow
Liquid Sand
Typhoon Silver		Atlantic Blue Metallic
Deep Black Pearl
Great Falls Green Metallic
Indium Grey Metallic
Pure White
Urano Grey
White Silver Metallic
Oryx White Pearl		Ionic Silver Metallic
Capparis White
Laurel Gray Metallic
Andesite Silver Metallic
Solar Orange Metallic
Arravani Gray
Interior colorsBlack
Gray two-tone
Electric Shadow		Titan Black
Shetland Beige		Carum Spice Gray (Mega and Giga World trims)
Cassia (Giga World trim)
Dalberghia Brown (Tera World trim)
Number of doors545
Number of seats554
Length176.0 in
4470 mm		168.1 in
4270 mm		157.4 in
3999 mm
Width71.7 in
1820 mm		70.8 in
1798 mm		69.9 in
1775 mm
Width with mirrors-79.8 in
2027 mm		80.2 in
2037 mm
Height57.1 in
1450 mm		58.3 in
1482 mm		62.1 in
1578 mm
Wheelbase106.3 in
2700 mm		103.5 in
2629 mm		101.2 in
2570 mm
Front track61.2 in
1555 mm		60.4 in
1533 mm		61.9 in
1572 mm
Rear track61.6 in
1564 mm		59.2 in
1503 mm		61.3 in
1557 mm
Clearance5.5 in
140 mm		5.6 in
143 mm		5.5 in
140 mm
Front headroom39.5 in
1004 mm		40.1 in
1018 mm		39.6 in
1006 mm
Rear headroom37.4 in
950 mm		38.1 in
967 mm		37.2 in
945 mm
Front shoulder room56.1 in
1425 mm		55.9 in
1420 mm		53.6 in
1361 mm
Rear shoulder room55.0 in
1396 mm		53.9 in
1369 mm		49.2 in
1250 mm
Front hip room53.8 in
1366 mm		57.8 in
1469 mm		-
Rear hip room52.9 in
1344 mm		56.7 in
1440 mm		-
Front legroom44.7 in
1136 mm		41.2 in
1046 mm		40.5 in
1029 mm
Rear legroom31.5 in
800 mm		35.6 in
904 mm		31.9 in
810 mm
Trunk volume357.0 l
12.61 ft3
0.36 m3		341.0 l
12.04 ft3
0.34 m3		260.0 l
9.18 ft3
0.26 m3
Maximum trunk volume1417.0 l
50.04 ft3
1.42 m3		1231.0 l
43.47 ft3
1.23 m3		1100.0 l
38.85 ft3
1.10 m3
Curb weight3366.46 lb
1527 kg		3560.47 lb
1615 kg		2634.52 lb
1195 kg
Payload976.65 lb
443 kg		892.87 lb
405 kg		936.96 lb
425 kg
GVWR4343.11 lb
1970 kg		4453.34 lb
2020 kg		3571.49 lb
1620 kg
Drag coefficient0.24 Cd0.27 Cd0.29 Cd
Additional informationCurb weight excludes driver weight.
Overhang front / rear - 880 / 890 mm		-Curb weight with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1270 kg
GVWR with a 75 kg passenger (EU norms) - 1695 kg

Electric motor

Information about the model's electric motor and its performance

Manufacturer-VolkswagenBMW
Model-EEM 100-
Electric motor typePermanent magnet synchronousPermanent magnet synchronousPermanent magnet synchronous
Location of the motorFrontFrontRear
Power101 kW
136.1 hp
138.0 ps		100 kW
134.1 hp
136.0 ps		125 kW
167.6 hp
170.0 ps
Maximum power RPM2850 - 6000 rpm3300 - 12000 rpm4800 rpm
Torque295 Nm
30.1 kgm
217.6 ft-lb		290 Nm
29.6 kgm
213.9 ft-lb		250 Nm
25.5 kgm
184.4 ft-lb
Maximum torque RPM1000 - 2850 rpm--
Regenerative brakingYesYesYes
Driving modesEco
Eco+
Comfort
Sport		Eco
Eco+
Normal		Comfort
Eco Pro
Eco Pro+
Additional information-Three levels of regenerative braking
Eco mode power - 70 kW
Eco mode torque - 233 Nm
Eco+ mode power - 40 kW
Eco+ mode torque - 211 Nm		-

Performance

Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.

Top speed102.5 mph
165.0 km/h		93.2 mph
150.0 km/h		77.7 mph
125.0 km/h
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h-9.60 s7.20 s
Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph--6.90 s
Additional information-Eco mode 0-100 km/h acceleration - 13 s
Eco mode top speed - 115 km/h
Eco+ mode 0-100 km/h acceleration - 19 s
Eco+ mode top speed - 90 km/h		Eco Pro+ mode top speed - 90 km/h

Driving range

Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.

Driving rangeEPA: 170.0 mi / 273.6 km
WLTP: 193.2 mi / 311.0 km		NEDC: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km
EPA: 125.0 mi / 201.2 km		NEDC: 118.1 mi / 190.0 km
EPA: 80.8 mi / 130.0 km

Energy efficiency

Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.

Energy efficiencyEPA, CMB: 25 kWh/100 mi
EPA, HWY: 121 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 133 MPGe
EPA, CTY: 145 MPGe		NEDC, CMB: 13.2 kWh/100 km
EPA, CMB: 28 kWh/100 mi
EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 119 MPGe
EPA, CTY: 126 MPGe		NEDC, CMB: 12.9 kWh/100 km
EPA, CTY: 25 kWh/100 mi
EPA, CMB: 27 kWh/100 mi
EPA, HWY: 30 kWh/100 mi
EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 124 MPGe
EPA, CTY: 137 MPGe

Energy class

Information about the energy class of the electric car.

Energy classA+A+A+

Steering

Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.

Type of steering mechanismRack and pinionRack and pinionRack and pinion
Type of power steeringElectronicElectronicElectronic
Turning circle10.6 m
34.78 ft		10.9 m
35.76 ft		9.86 m
32.35 ft
Lock-to-lock turns2.852.76-
Additional informationOverall steering gear ratio - 15:1:1--

Transmission

Information about the transmission of the model.

Type of transmissionAutomatic single-speed reduction gearAutomatic single-speed reduction gearAutomatic single-speed reduction gear
DrivetrainFront-wheel drive (FWD)Front-wheel drive (FWD)Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Axle ratio7.4123.619.665
Additional information-Gearbox model - EQ 270-

Suspension

Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.

Front suspensionIndependent
MacPherson strut
Shock absorbers
Coil springs (helical springs)		MacPherson strut
Independent
Coil springs (helical springs)
Telescopic shock absorbers
Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar)		Independent
MacPherson strut
Coil springs (helical springs)
Shock absorbers
Rear suspensionTorsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar)
Shock absorbers		Independent
Multi-link
Coil springs (helical springs)
Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar)
Telescopic shock absorbers		Multi-link
Independent
Coil springs (helical springs)

Brakes

Information about the brake system used on this model.

Front brakesVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discs
Rear brakesDiscsDiscsVentilated discs
Additional informationFront brakes diameter - 280 mm
Rear brakes diameter - 284 mm		Front discs size - 11.3 x 1.0 in
Rear discs size - 10.7 x 0.4 in		-

Rims

Information about the rims available for this electric car.

Rims6.5Jx16 ET456.5Jx16 ET465Jx20
5Jx19
5.5Jx19

Tyres

Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.

Tyres205/60R16 R205/55R16 91H155/70R19
155/70R19 84Q
155/60R20
175/60R19
175/55R20

Battery

Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.

ManufacturerLG ChemSamsung SDISamsung SDI
ModelLGX E63 (NCM 622)--
Type of rechargeable batteryLi-Ion PolymerLithium-IonLithium-Ion
Battery capacity38.3 kWh35.8 kWh22 kWh
Number of cells17626496
Number of modules-278
Voltage319.4 V323 V360 V
Energy density112.4 Wh/kg--
Weight791.46 lb
359 kg		701.07 lb
318 kg		449.74 lb
204 kg
LocationUnder the floor, middleUnder the floor, middleUnder the floor, middle
CoolingWater-based coolant circulationPassive coolingAC refrigerant-based cooling system
Additional informationTotal battery capacity - 40.4 kWh
Optional battery heater.
Quoted battery density above is without a battery heater.
Energy density with battery heater - 111.2 Wh/kg.		-The net battery capacity is 18.8 kWh
Battery warming system
Uses 120 Ah square cells
Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L

Charging type

Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.

Charging typeEmergency 3 Pin Connector (ICCB), 2.1 kW
POD Point Wallbox, 7.2 kW
Public CCS, 50 kW
Public CCS, 100 kW		Standard wall socket, 1.2 kW
Standard wall socket, 2.3 kW
Wall box, 3.6 kW
Wall box, 7.2 kW
CCS fast charging, 40 kW
CCS fast charging, 50 kW		Household charging, 3.7 kW
BMW i Wallbox, 7.4 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 portOnboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 7.2 kWOnboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 7.2 kW
Onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1, 7.2 kW		-

Charging time

Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.

Charging timePublic CCS 100 kW, 0:23
Public CCS 50 kW, 0:46
POD Point Wallbox, 5:20
Emergency 3 Pin Connector (ICCB), 18:15		CCS fast charging 50 kW, 0:34
CCS fast charging 40 kW, 0:43
Wall box 7.2 kW, 4:55
Wall box 3.6 kW, 9:50
Standard wall socket 230V, 15:24
Standard wall socket 110/120V, 29:30		DC fast charging, 0:22
BMW i Wallbox, 2:59
Household charging, 5:57

Additional features

A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.

Additional featuresSmartSense 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)		Adjustable cargo floor (S)
e-Golf front grille with blue accent (S)
Integrated rear spoiler (S)
3-point safety belts for all seating positions with pretensioners for driver and front passenger (S)
Adpative Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop and Go (O)
Anti-lock Braking System (S)
Anti-Slip Regulation (S)
Automatic Post-Collision Braking System (S)
Blind Spot Monitor (O)
Child safety locks on rear doors (S)
City Emergency Braking (S)
Cruise Control (S)
Driver alertness detection (S)
Driver and front passenger seat belt reminder (S)
Driver and passenger front and side thorax airbag supplemental restraint system (S)
Driver-only knee airbag (S)
Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (S)
Electronic Differential Lock (S)
Electronic speed control (S)
Electronic Stability Control (S)
Engine Braking Assist (S)
Forward Collision Warning with Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring (Front Assist (O)
Front airbags for dirver and passenger (S)
Front and rear seats belt load limiters (S)
Hydraulic Brake Assist (S)
Immobilizer, anti-theft alarm, central locking (S)
Intelligent Crash Response System (S)
Isofix on rear seats (S)
LATCH (S)
Rear Traffic Alert (O)
Rearview camera (S)
Side chest airbags for dirver and passenger (S)
Side chest airbags for rear seats (S)
Side curtain airbags for front seats (S)
Side curtain airbags for rear seats (S)
Side head airbags for dirver and passenger (S)
Speed assist (S)
Tire pressure monitoring system (S)
XDS (Cross Differential System) (S)
2 x 12V power outlets: 1 in front center console, 1 in cargo area (S)
8-inch Composition Media touchscreen sound system with proximity sensor (S)
Bluetooth with audio streaming for compatible devices (S)
Color multi-function trip computer (S)
Keyless entry with push-button start (S)
MIB II infotainment system (S)
MP3/WMA/FLAC-compatible CD player, AM/FM/HD Radio, SD memory card reader, and voice control (S)
SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription (S)
8 x speakers (S)
USB port (S)
VW Car-Net connected services (S)
Climatronic automatic dual-zon A/C (S)
Parking heater/ventilation (S)
6-way partial power-adjustable front seats (S)
60/40 folding rear seats (S)
Adjustable lumbar support for driver and front passenger seats (S)
Front comfort seats (S)
Heated front seats (S)
Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel (S)
Electrically heated windshield (S)
Heated front washer nozzles (S)
Power windows with one-touch up/down front and rear (S)
Rain-sensing windshield wipers (S)
Rear window wiper and washer system (S)
Power-folding and adjustable side mirrors with turning signal (S)
Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors (S)
Automatic headlights with Coming/Leaving Home feature (S)
Halogen headlights (S)
LED daytime running lights (S)
LED rear lights (S)
Cloth (S)
Leather gear knob (S)		Rear cupholders (S)
Adaptive Cruise/Speed Control (O)
Brake Assist System (S)
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)
Immobilizer (S)
Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S)
Parking distance sensors (O)
Parking Distance Sensors, Rear Radar (S)
Passenger Assist Handles (S)
Rear camera and radar (O)
Service Interval Indicator (S)
Standard Cruise/Speed Control (S)
Theft Deterrent System (S)
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)
Telematics (S)
Trip computer (S)
Voice-activating system (O)
Wide Screen Navigation System, with Internal HD and Traffic Info (O)
Climate control (S)
Remote control (S)
Ventilation System (S)
Head Restraints (S)
Heated front seats (O)
Isofix Preparation (S)
Leather-trimmed, tilt telescoping (S)
Door Entry Light (S)
Power Locks (S)
Power Locks, With Passive Access (Card Key) (S)
Power windows (S)
Remote Trunk/Hatch Release (S)
Sunroof (S)
Tinted glass windows (S)
Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (S)
Automatic rear-view mirror (S)
Body-color driver and passenger power side mirrors with turn signals (S)
Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror (S)
Memory adjustment (S)
Headlight Control (S)
LED daytime running lights (S)
LED headlights (S)
LED taillights (S)
Cargo Area Cover (S)
Leather (S)
Leather and wool cloth (S)
Sensatec and sustainable cloth (S)

Additional information

Additional information about this electric vehicle.

Additional information-For the MY 2018 the e-Golf is in very short supply for the US and in select states: California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, New York, New Jersey, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, D.C.-
 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh2019 Volkswagen e-Golf SE2014 BMW i3 22 kWh