Global EV Comparison: Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh vs BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah
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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 i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) for as low as €11200, while the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2015-2017 | 2013-2017 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €11200 |
| GCC Score | 4.2 | 4.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017).
| Property | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 132 km | 130 km |
| Range (GCC) | 125 km | 133 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 19 kWh | 21.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 18 kWh | 18.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.4 kWh/100 km | 14.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.94 km/kWh | 7.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 5.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 50 kW.
The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) is limited to 3.3 kW.
| Property | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.3 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 2.6 | 3.8 |
Performance
The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is rear-wheel drive, while the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 105 kW | 125 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 140 hp | 168 hp |
| Motor Torque | 444 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 7.2 s |
| Top Speed | 145 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.2 |
Dimensions
The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017).
The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3721 mm | 3999 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2039 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1626 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1590 mm | 1578 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2375 mm | 2570 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) features a larger trunk, but the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1300 kg | 1270 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 273 l | 260 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 663 l | 1100 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.2 |
