USA EV Comparison: Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh vs Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh

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General Info

While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

Property Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh
Years of Production 2024-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture China Slovakia
Body Style Hatchback Hatchback
Market Availability EU EU
GCC Score 4.6 5

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh
Range (WLTP) 193 mi 190 mi
Range (GCC) 164 mi 161 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 42.3 kWh 45 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 40 kWh 44 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 24.4 kWh/100 mi 27.3 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.1 mi/kWh 3.66 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.1 5.5

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) maxes out at 88 kW.

The Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) is limited to 6.6 kW.

Property Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh
Max Charging Power (AC) 6.6 kW 7.4 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 88 kW 100 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 3.7 4.2

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 70 kW 83 kW
Motor Power (hp) 94 hp 111 hp
Motor Torque 118 lb-ft 89 lb-ft
0-60 mph 12 s 11.6 s
Top Speed 87 mph 87 mph
Performance Score 1.8 1.8

Dimensions

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh
Length 158.3 in 172.6 in
Width (with Mirrors) 71.3 in 70.7 in
Height 61.8 in 65.2 in
Wheelbase 104.8 in 105.1 in

Cargo and Towing

The Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 772 lb, whereas the Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 3152 lb 3338 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 11.5 ft3 16.2 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 33.4 ft3 56.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity 772 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 4.2 5.8
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