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

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

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

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

Dimensions

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh
Length 172.6 in 158.3 in
Width (with Mirrors) 70.7 in 71.3 in
Height 65.2 in 61.8 in
Wheelbase 105.1 in 104.8 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 Opel Frontera Electric 44 kWh Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 3338 lb 3152 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 16.2 ft3 11.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 56.5 ft3 33.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 772 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.8 4.2
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