BMW i3 vs Volkswagen e-Golf
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Volkswagen e-Golf
Overview
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen e-GolfSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SE |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | electric |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | electric | electric |
| Model year | 2021 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen e-GolfSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $44,450 | $31,895 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen e-GolfSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | 113 MPGe | 119 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | 153 mi (best) | 125 mi |
| Battery capacity | 42 kWh (best) | 35 kWh |
| 240V charge time | 7 hr | 5.3 hr (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen e-GolfSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 168 hp (best) | 134 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 214 lb-ft (best) |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen e-GolfSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 36.9 cu ft | 52.7 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 827 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,972 lbs (best) | 3,459 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | 5 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 103.5 in (best) |
| Length | 158.3 in | 168.1 in (best) |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.8 in (best) |
| Height | 62.9 in (best) | 57.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen e-GolfSE |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW i3 | Volkswagen e-Golf |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $44,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $31,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $48,300 MSRP | SEL Premium $38,895 MSRP |