Global EV Comparison: Mazda MX-30 Electric vs BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah
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General Info
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €35990. 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 Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) is a SUV, whereas the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2013-2017 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €35990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €13000 | €11200 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 4.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) 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 | Mazda MX-30 Electric | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 161 km | 130 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 200 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 161 km | 133 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 35.5 kWh | 21.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 30 kWh | 18.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km | 14.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.37 km/kWh | 7.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.4 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 50 kW.
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 3.8 |
Performance
The BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) 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 | Mazda MX-30 Electric | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 107 kW | 125 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 143 hp | 168 hp |
| Motor Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 s | 7.2 s |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.6 | 3.2 |
Dimensions
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah (2013-2017).
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4395 mm | 3999 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2035 mm | 2039 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1795 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1555 mm | 1578 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2655 mm | 2570 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) 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 | Mazda MX-30 Electric | BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1720 kg | 1270 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 366 l | 260 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1171 l | 1100 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 4.2 |
