USA EV Comparison: Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 vs Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) for as low as $2995, while the Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) begins at $7435.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

Property Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh
Years of Production 2010-2021 2014-2016
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Japan Germany
Body Style Hatchback Hatchback
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price USA (Used) $2995 $7435
GCC Score 4.2 4.4

Range and Efficiency

While the Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021).

Property Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh
Range (EPA) 59 mi 83 mi
Range (GCC) 65 mi 84 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 16 kWh 24.2 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 14.5 kWh 20.5 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 22.3 kWh/100 mi 24.4 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.48 mi/kWh 4.1 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.7 5.4

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 50 kW, while the Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) maxes out at 40 kW.

The Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is limited to 3.7 kW.

Property Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh
Max Charging Power (AC) 3.7 kW 7.2 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 50 kW 40 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CHAdeMOType 1 (J1772) CCS Type 1
Charging Score 3 3.3

Performance

The Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is rear-wheel drive, while the Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh
Drive Type RWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 49 kW 85 kW
Motor Power (hp) 66 hp 114 hp
Motor Torque 145 lb-ft 199 lb-ft
0-60 mph 15.3 s 10 s
Top Speed 81 mph 87 mph
Performance Score 1.4 2.4

Dimensions

The Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) is longer and wider, but the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 (2010-2021) is taller.

The Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh
Length 144.7 in 167.5 in
Width (with Mirrors) 70.6 in 79.8 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 62.4 in 70.8 in
Height 63.6 in 57.2 in
Wheelbase 100.4 in 103.6 in

Cargo and Towing

The Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) 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).

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Mitsubishi i-MiEV Gen 1 Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh
Number of Seats 4 5
Curb Weight 2579 lb 3391 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 13.2 ft3 22.8 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 50.4 ft3 52.7 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 4.2 3.8
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