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BMW CE 04 vs Energica Experia: Which Is Better?

A close call between the BMW CE 04 and the Energica Experia - both win 3 of 8 categories. Here is the full breakdown.

Specification BMW CE 04 CE 04 $16,000 Energica Experia Experia $25,880
Battery 8.9 kWh 22.5 kWh
Range 130 km (WMTC) 261 mi city / 130 mi highway
Top speed 120 km/h 112 mph
Power 42 hp 102 hp
Weight 231 kg 536 lb
Charging ~3 h (fast opt.) —
Drive Belt Chain
Seats 2 —
Wheels 15" front / 14.5" rear —
Torque — 85 lb-ft
Charging (fast) — ~40 min (0-80%)
Rating 4.3 / 5 4.2 / 5

At a glance

Here is how the two models stack up on the specs that matter most.

Specification CE 04 Experia
Range 130 km 420 km
Battery 8.9 kWh 22.5 kWh
Efficiency 6.8 kWh/100km 5.4 kWh/100km
0-100 km/h 0 s 0 s
Fast charge 10-80% ~0 min ~40 min
Seats 2 1
Price $16,000 $25,880
Rating 4.3/5 4.2/5
Estimated running cost / year $153 $122

Both models win 3 of 8 categories - the decision comes down to your priorities.

Range & efficiency

The CE 04 is rated for 130 km of range versus 420 km for the Experia. That is a difference of about 290 km, which matters most if you do regular long trips.

The CE 04 consumes about 6.8 kWh per 100 km versus 5.4 kWh for the Experia - so the Experia is the cheaper and greener option per kilometre.

Performance

Acceleration figures vary by trim; check the full spec sheet below for the exact variant tested.

Charging

Charging time depends on the charger and battery temperature; the lower 10-80% figure means shorter stops on long trips.

Space & comfort

The CE 04 seats 2 and the Experia seats 1. Check the full spec sheet for cargo volume.

Price & running costs

The CE 04 lists at $16,000 and the Experia at $25,880. At 15,000 km per year, estimated running costs are about $153/yr versus $122/yr.

Verdict

It is genuinely close - both models win 3 of 8 categories each. Pick the CE 04 if you value more seats (2). Pick the Experia if you value longer range (420 km), better efficiency (5.4 kWh/100km). Either way, you are getting one of the best options in its class.

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