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Compare BMW i3 vs Fiat 500e

BMW i3
2021 BMW i3
Select configuration:
$48,300
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.0
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Fiat 500e
2024 Fiat 500e
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$39,999
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
39.5L Electric
Engine
Electric
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Transmission
Single-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Tank Capacity
2.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
36.9 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A

Photos

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2018-2021 BMW i3 Hatchback Rear View Driving
2018-2021 BMW i3 Hatchback Dashboard
50
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Rearward Vision
Central Console
47
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
39.5L Electric
Electric
Horsepower
170 hp @ 4800 rpm
117 hp
Torque
184 lb-ft
162 lb-ft
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Single-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,276 lbs
2,767 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
100 MPGE
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
2.3 gallons
N/A

Battery Range & Charge Times

Battery Size
42.2 kWh
24 kWh
Charge Time
7 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V, 0.7 Hrs Charge Time @ 440V
N/A

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
158.3 in
144.8 in
Height
62.9 in
60.1 in
Max Width
69.9 in
74.8 in
Front Width
61.9 in
N/A
Rear Width
61.3 in
N/A
Wheelbase
101.2 in
91.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
4 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.5 in
N/A
Front Seat Headroom
39.6 in
N/A
Front Seat Shoulder Room
53.6 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
31.9 in
N/A
Rear Seat Headroom
37.2 in
N/A
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
49.2 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
15.1 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
36.9 ft³
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
N/A
Turning Diameter
32.4 ft
N/A

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
N/A
Front Wheel Size
19" x 5"
N/A
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 5.5"
N/A

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
N/A
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
N/A

Tires

Front Tire
P155/70R19
N/A
Rear Tire
P175/60R19
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Capparis White w/BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
N/A

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Cashmere Silver Metallic w/BMW i Blue Accent
  • Fluid Black w/BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
  • Galvanic Gold Metallic w/Frozen Grey Met Highlight
  • Imperial Blue Metallic w/Frozen Gray Accent
  • Mineral Gray Metallic w/BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Deka Dark, Cloth Upholstery
  • Giga Brown/Carum Spice, Natural Leather/Wool Cloth Upholstery
  • Mega Carum Spice Gray, Sensatec/Cloth Upholstery
  • Tera Dark Truffle, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Optional
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Not Available
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
N/A
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
N/A
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
N/A
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