Global EV Comparison: Honda e Base vs BMW i3 BEV 120 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 Honda e (2020-2022) for as low as €14900, while the BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) begins at €17590.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Honda e Base | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2018-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €14900 | €17590 |
| GCC Score | 4.6 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Honda e (2020-2022).
| Property | Honda e Base | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 246 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 222 km | 308 km |
| Range (GCC) | 189 km | 255 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 35.5 kWh | 42.2 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 28.5 kWh | 37.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.63 km/kWh | 6.73 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 6.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 50 kW, while the Honda e (2020-2022) maxes out at 46 kW.
The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Honda e (2020-2022) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Honda e Base | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 46 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.5 | 5.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Honda e Base | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 135 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 315 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 145 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Honda e (2020-2022).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Honda e Base | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3894 mm | 4011 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2039 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1752 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1512 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2538 mm | 2570 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) 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).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Honda e Base | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1588 kg | 1345 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 171 l | 260 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 861 l | 1100 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.8 | 4.3 |
