LEAF LIMO VS BMW I3 VS CHEVY SPARK EV! THE CHEAP EV CHALLENGE GETS INTERESTING

EV Channels Review

This episode of the 'Five Grand Fizz' pits three budget EVs—a Nissan Leaf Limo, Chevy Spark EV, and BMW i3—against each other in a series of challenges designed to test their performance and durability. The Leaf Limo, despite its unconventional length, surprisingly excelled in several key areas, notably winning the braking test and achieving a perfect score in the J-turn challenge, even managing it within the tight pit barriers. The reviewer highlights the Leaf's unexpected capabilities, especially given its budget status. The BMW i3 demonstrated consistent performance, securing wins in acceleration and the combined 0-70-0 test, showcasing its German engineering heritage. However, its winter tires hampered its performance in the moose test, leading to significant point deductions. The Chevy Spark EV, while nimble and winning the reverse speed test, struggled in acceleration and braking due to issues with its ABS system and a perceived lack of power. Ultimately, the Leaf Limo and Spark EV tied for the win in this episode, with the i3 showing consistent, albeit not always winning, performance. The video effectively uses a variety of challenges to highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each budget EV.