Global EV Comparison: BMW iX3 Gen 1 vs Rimac Concept One Gen 1
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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 BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) for as low as €30900, while the Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is a SUV, whereas the Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) is a Coupe.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2013-2016 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Croatia |
| Body Style | SUV | Coupe |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 5.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) has a larger battery, the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 460 km | 349 km |
| Range (GCC) | 391 km | 297 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 80 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km | 26.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.28 km/kWh | 3.81 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 3.1 |
Charging
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 155 kW, while the Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) maxes out at 120 kW.
The Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 650 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 8.1 |
Performance
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is rear-wheel drive, while the Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | 2 PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 913 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 1224 hp |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 1600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 2.5 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 340 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 8.6 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4734 mm | 4187 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2138 mm | 1854 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1891 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1668 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2864 mm | 2563 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Rimac Concept One (2013-2016) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Rimac Concept One Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Curb Weight | 2260 kg | 1850 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 510 l | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1560 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 2.5 |
