Comparison between:
- 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh
- 2020 Honda e
- 2020 MINI Cooper SE Level III
- 2020 MINI Cooper SE Level I
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 | 2020 Honda e | 2020 MINI Cooper SE Level III | 2020 MINI Cooper SE Level I | |
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| Model alias | - | - | MINI Electric MINI EV | MINI Electric MINI EV |
| Trim | 42 kWh | - | Level III | Level I |
| Model year | 2019 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Market | North America, Europe | Europe | North America, Europe | North America, 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) | GBP 26,160 (UK, Jan 2020) EUR 29,470 (DE, Jan 2020) | GBP 30,400 (UK, Oct 2019) USD 37,750 (USA, Oct 2019) | EUR 32,500 (EU, Oct 2019) GBP 24,400 (UK, Oct 2019) USD 30,750 (USA, Oct 2019) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | - | - | - |
| 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 | Black Grey Silver Red Green | Grey Silver |
| Interior colors | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown | Black | - | - |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 157.9 in 4011 mm | 153.3 in 3895 mm | 151.4 in 3845 mm | 151.4 in 3845 mm |
| Width | 69.9 in 1775 mm | 68.9 in 1750 mm | 68.0 in 1727 mm | 68.0 in 1727 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 80.3 in 2040 mm | 69.0 in 1752 mm | 76.1 in 1932 mm | 76.1 in 1932 mm |
| Height | 62.9 in 1598 mm | 59.5 in 1512 mm | 56.4 in 1432 mm | 56.4 in 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 99.6 in 2530 mm | 98.2 in 2495 mm | 98.2 in 2495 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 59.8 in 1520 mm | 58.5 in 1485 mm | 58.5 in 1485 mm |
| Rear track | 62.0 in 1575 mm | 59.7 in 1516 mm | 58.5 in 1485 mm | 58.5 in 1485 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 139 mm | - | 5.0 in 128 mm | 5.0 in 128 mm |
| Minimum clearance | - | 4.7 in 119 mm | - | - |
| Maximum clearance | - | 5.7 in 145 mm | - | - |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | - | - | - |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | - | - | - |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | - | - | - |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | - | - | - |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | - | - | - |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | - | - | - |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 171.0 l 6.04 ft3 0.17 m3 | 211.0 l 7.45 ft3 0.21 m3 | 211.0 l 7.45 ft3 0.21 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 861.0 l 30.41 ft3 0.86 m3 | 731.0 l 25.82 ft3 0.73 m3 | 731.0 l 25.82 ft3 0.73 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2965.22 lb 1345 kg | 3337.8 lb 1514 kg | 3009.31 lb 1365 kg | 3009.31 lb 1365 kg |
| Payload | 970.03 lb 440 kg | 751.78 lb 341 kg | 892.87 lb 405 kg | 892.87 lb 405 kg |
| GVWR | 3780.93 lb 1715 kg | 4089.57 lb 1855 kg | 3902.18 lb 1770 kg | 3902.18 lb 1770 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | - | 0.3 Cd | 0.3 Cd |
| Additional information | Overhang front / rear - 770 / 965 mm | - | Permitted roof load - 60 kg Permitted axle loads (front / rear) - 985 / 870 kg | Permitted roof load - 60 kg Permitted axle loads (front / rear) - 985 / 870 kg |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | - | - | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | - | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Front | Front |
| Power | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | - | - | - |
| Torque | 250 Nm 25.5 kgm 184.4 ft-lb | 315 Nm 32.1 kgm 232.3 ft-lb | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | - | 100 - 1000 rpm | 100 - 100 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort | Normal Sport | Sport MID Green Green+ | Sport MID Green Green+ |
| Additional information | - | - | Two-level regen | Two-level regen |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 90.1 mph 145.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.20 s | 9.00 s | 7.30 s | 7.30 s |
| Acceleration from 80 to 120 km/h | - | - | 4.60 s | 4.60 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | - | - | 6.90 s | 6.90 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 223.1 mi / 359.0 km EPA: 153.0 mi / 246.2 km WLTP: 192.6 mi / 310.0 km | WLTP: 137.9 mi / 222.0 km | EPA: 110.0 mi / 177.0 km WLTP: 140.0 mi / 225.3 km | EPA: 110.0 mi / 177.0 km WLTP: 144.0 mi / 231.7 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, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe | - | WLTP, CMB: 15 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 15 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | - | 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 | 9.86 m 32.35 ft | 9.2 m 30.18 ft | 10.7 m 35.10 ft | 10.7 m 35.10 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 3.1 | - | - |
| Additional information | - | - | Electrically assisted EPS unit with Servotronic function | - |
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 | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.665 | - | 3.069 | 3.069 |
| 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 | MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) MacPherson strut | Independent Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Multi-link Trailing arm (trailing link) | Independent Multi-link Trailing arm (trailing link) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs | Discs | Discs |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5Jx20 5Jx19 5.5Jx19 | - | 6.5Jx16 | 6.5Jx16 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 155/70R19 84Q 155/60R20 175/50R20 | 185/60R16 205/55R16 | 195/55R16 87W | 195/55R16 87W |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | - | CATL | CATL |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | 35.5 kWh | 32.6 kWh | 32.6 kWh |
| Number of modules | - | - | 12 | 12 |
| Voltage | 352 V | - | 350.4 V | 350.4 V |
| Weight | - | - | 440.92 lb 200 kg | 440.92 lb 200 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation | Active thermal management | Water-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Water-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| 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 | - | T-shaped battery pack Usable capacity - 28.9 kWh | T-shaped battery pack Usable capacity - 28.9 kWh |
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 | AC charging, 7.4 kW Wallbox, 11 kW DC charging, 50 kW | AC charging, 7.4 kW Wallbox, 11 kW DC 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 | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 6.6 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 7.4 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 7.4 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, 0:41 BMW i Wallbox 11 kW, 3:50 BMW i Wallbox 7.4 kW, 5:42 BMW i Wallbox 3.7 kW, 11:24 Household charging, 15:04 | 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, 0:31-0:39 Wallbox, 2:58 AC charging, 4:25 | DC charging, 0:31-0:39 Wallbox, 2:58 AC charging, 4:25 |
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) | ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) (S) Adaptive Cruise Control (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) 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) 6 x speakers with 180W power (S) Steering Wheel Remote Audio Controls (S) Climate Control (S) Rear vent (S) Heated front seats (S) Lumbar support for driver seat (S) Manual height adjustment front seats (S) Leather (S) Tilt and telescopic (S) Auto wipers (S) Electric windows front and rear (S) Panoramic glass roof (S) Privacy glass (S) Spoiler (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) | Brake dry function (S) City collision mitigation for pedestrians (S) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Cruise control (S) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with brake assistant (S) Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) (S) Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) (S) Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC) and Performance Control (S) Electronics parking brake (S) Fading Brake Support (S) Front and rear parking distance control (S) High beam assistance (S) Hill start assist (S) Hydraulic 2-circuit brake system with anti-lock brakes (ABS) (S) Rear view park assist camera (S) Speed limiter (S) Traffic sign information (S) 5.5-inch driver's display (S) 8.8-inch touch screen (S) Comfort access (keyless entry) (S) Digital Cockpit (S) Harman / Kardon speakers (S) Head up display (S) MINI Navigation including Apple Car Play, MINI Connected and public charging locations (S) 2-zone automatic air-conditioning (S) Auxiliary heating (S) With heat pump (S) Heated seats (S) Panoramic sunroof (S) LED headlights (S) MINI logo puddle lights (S) Full leather interior (S) | Brake dry function (S) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Cruise control (S) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with brake assistant (S) Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) (S) Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) (S) Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC) and Performance Control (S) Electronics parking brake (S) Fading Brake Support (S) Front and rear parking distance control (S) Hill start assist (S) Hydraulic 2-circuit brake system with anti-lock brakes (ABS) (S) 5.5-inch driver's display (S) 6.5-inch touch screen (S) Digital Cockpit (S) MINI Navigation including Apple Car Play, MINI Connected and public charging locations (S) 2-zone automatic air-conditioning (S) Auxiliary heating (S) With heat pump (S) LED headlights (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. | - | US trim level - MINI Electric Iconic | US trim level - MINI Electric Signature |
| 2019 BMW i3 42 kWh | 2020 Honda e | 2020 MINI Cooper SE Level III | 2020 MINI Cooper SE Level I |