Global EV Comparison: Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh vs BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah
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General Info
Although the Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe. The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €11200 on the used car market.
The Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh is a SUV, whereas the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | -… | 2013-2017 |
| Current Status | Announced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €11200 |
| GCC Score | 6 | 4.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017).
| Property | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 322 km | 130 km |
| Range (GCC) | 274 km | 133 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 21.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 114 kWh | 18.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 41.6 kWh/100 km | 14.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.4 km/kWh | 7.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 2 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 19.4 kW, whereas the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 19.4 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 3.8 |
Performance
The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is rear-wheel drive, while the Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 458 kW | 125 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 614 hp | 168 hp |
| Motor Torque | 905 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 s | 7.2 s |
| Top Speed | 162 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.2 | 3.2 |
Dimensions
The Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4368 mm | 3999 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1961 mm | 2039 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1847 mm | 1578 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3017 mm | 2570 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 2268 kg | 1270 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 260 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2294 l | 1100 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 4.2 |
