Global EV Comparison: Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh vs BMW iX3 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 Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) was never offered for sale in Europe.

The Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) is a Hatchback, whereas the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is a SUV.

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh BMW iX3 Gen 1
Years of Production 2015-2017 2020-2021
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture South Korea China
Body Style Hatchback SUV
Market Availability USA EU
Price Europe (Used) - Price Europe (Used) €30900
GCC Score 4.2 6.5

Range and Efficiency

While the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017).

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh BMW iX3 Gen 1
Range (EPA) 132 km - Range (EPA)
Range (WLTP) - Range (WLTP) 460 km
Range (GCC) 125 km 391 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 19 kWh 80 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 18 kWh 74 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 14.4 kWh/100 km 18.9 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 6.94 km/kWh 5.28 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.7 6.5

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 155 kW, while the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) maxes out at 50 kW.

The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) is limited to 3.3 kW.

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh BMW iX3 Gen 1
Max Charging Power (AC) 3.3 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 50 kW 155 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 2.6 6.5

Performance

The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is rear-wheel drive, while the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh BMW iX3 Gen 1
Drive Type FWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 105 kW 210 kW
Motor Power (hp) 140 hp 282 hp
Motor Torque 444 Nm 400 Nm
0-100 km/h 7.5 s 6.8 s
Top Speed 145 km/h 180 km/h
Performance Score 3.4 4.3

Dimensions

The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is longer, wider, and taller.

The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh BMW iX3 Gen 1
Length 3721 mm 4734 mm
Width (with Mirrors) - Width (with Mirrors) 2138 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1626 mm 1891 mm
Height 1590 mm 1668 mm
Wheelbase 2375 mm 2864 mm

Cargo and Towing

The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) 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 BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.

Property Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh BMW iX3 Gen 1
Number of Seats 4 5
Curb Weight 1300 kg 2260 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 273 l 510 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 663 l 1560 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity 750 kg
Cargo and Towing Score 4.2 7.3
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