Global EV Comparison: BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah vs Peugeot e-208 50 kWh
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General Info
The Peugeot e-208 50 kWh (2023-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €36525. The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €17590 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Peugeot e-208 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2022 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Slovakia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €36525 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €17590 | €21500 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Peugeot e-208 50 kWh (2023-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022).
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Peugeot e-208 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 246 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 308 km | 363 km |
| Range (GCC) | 255 km | 311 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42.2 kWh | 50 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 37.9 kWh | 46.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.73 km/kWh | 6.72 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Peugeot e-208 50 kWh (2023-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 101 kW, while the BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) maxes out at 50 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 Peugeot e-208 50 kWh (2023-...) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Peugeot e-208 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 101 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.2 | 4.3 |
Performance
The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) is rear-wheel drive, while the Peugeot e-208 50 kWh (2023-...) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Peugeot e-208 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 135 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 181 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 2.8 |
Dimensions
The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Peugeot e-208 50 kWh (2023-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Peugeot e-208 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4011 mm | 4055 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2039 mm | 1960 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1775 mm | 1765 mm |
| Height | 1598 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Peugeot e-208 50 kWh (2023-...) 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 | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Peugeot e-208 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1345 kg | 1530 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 260 l | 309 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1100 l | 1118 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.3 | 3.5 |
