Global EV Comparison: Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 vs Mini Cooper JCW
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General Info
The Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €40650. The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €40650 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…).
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 417 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 371 km |
| Range (GCC) | 396 km | 321 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 65 kWh | 54.2 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 61.8 kWh | 49.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.6 kWh/100 km | 15.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.41 km/kWh | 6.52 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.5 | 6.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 95 kW, while the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) maxes out at 55 kW.
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 55 kW | 95 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6 | 5.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 190 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 255 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | 350 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 5.9 s |
| Top Speed | 146 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 4.4 |
Dimensions
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…).
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4145 mm | 3858 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2039 mm | 1967 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1765 mm | 1756 mm |
| Height | 1611 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2601 mm | 2526 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 (2022-2023) 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 | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 3 | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1628 kg | 1730 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 200 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1614 l | 800 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.8 | 3.6 |
