Making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the BMW iX2 xDrive30 was announced in October 2023. It is powered by a 64.8 kWh usable, 66.5 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 449 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates All-Wheel Drive 230 kW (313 hp), enabling an acceleration of 5.6 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 55000 USD.
On the other hand, making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Dacia Spring Electric 65 was announced in February 2024. At its core, it features a 26.8 kWh usable, 27.4 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 228 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces Front-wheel drive 48 kW (65 hp), enabling an acceleration of 14 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 125 km/h (78 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 19000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | October 2023 | February 2024 |
| Release date | Q4, 2023 | April 2024 |
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Performance
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| Power | All-Wheel Drive 230 kW (313 hp) | Front-wheel drive 48 kW (65 hp) |
| Torque | 494 Nm (364 lb-ft) | 113 Nm (83 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 5.6 sec 0-100 km/h | 14 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 180 km/h (112 mph) | 125 km/h (78 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 64.8 kWh usable, 66.5 kWh total | 26.8 kWh usable, 27.4 kWh total |
| Battery type | Air-cooled Li-ion 400V | Air-cooled Li-ion 240V |
| Driving range | 449 km | 228 km |
| Consumption | 16.3 kWh/100 km | 13.1 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | No |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 6 hours 30 min Type 2 22 kW, 0-100% in 3 hours 45 min | Type 2 7 kW, 20-100% in 4 hours |
| Charging station | CCS 130 kW max, 10-80% in 29 min | CCS 30 kW, 20-80% in 45 min |
| Additional | - | Vehicle to load (V2L) - max output 220V/16A |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats | 5 door crossover, 2/4 seats |
| Dimensions | 4554 x 1845 x 1560 mm (179.3 x 72.6 x 61.4 in) | 3701 x 1583 x 1485 mm (145.7 x 62.3 x 58.5 in) |
| Weight | 2095 kg unladen | 984 kg unladen, 1315 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R17, R18, R19, R20, R21 | R14, R15 |
| Trunk volume | 525 l, 1400 l max | 308 l, 1004 l max |
| Front trunk | No | 35 l |
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Display
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| Center screen | 10.3" touchscreen | 10" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 10.7" | 7" |
| Head-up display | Yes | No |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats | No heated seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide | No glass roof |
| Parking aids | 12 front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Rear sensors, reversing camera, rear park assist |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, rear, head airbag system | Front airbags, side airbags (front/rear) |
| Driving aids | 12 sensors, 4 cameras. Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Automatic Speed Limit Assist, Active Lane Guidance, Park Distance Control, Parking Assistant, Reversing Assistant, Lateral Parking Aid, Front collision warning, High beam assist | Advanced emergency braking system (with vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, and motorcycle detection), traffic sign recognition with speed alert, lane change alert, lane keeping assist, driver attention warning |
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Misc
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| Price | 55000 USD | 19000 USD |