BMW CE 04 vs LiveWire S2 Del Mar: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: BMW CE 04 vs LiveWire S2 Del Mar. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
LiveWire S2 Del Mar wins this head-to-head
It wins 4 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 2 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | CE 04 | S2 Del Mar |
|---|---|---|
| Range S2 Del Mar wins | 130 km | 195 km |
| Battery S2 Del Mar wins | 8.9 kWh | 10.5 kWh |
| Efficiency S2 Del Mar wins | 6.8 kWh/100km | 5.4 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h | 0 s | 0 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% | ~0 min | ~78 min |
| Seats CE 04 wins | 2 | 1 |
| Price S2 Del Mar wins | $16,000 | $15,499 |
| Rating CE 04 wins | 4.3 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $153/yr | $122/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | CE 04 | S2 Del Mar |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 8.9 kWh | 10.5 kWh usable |
| Range | 130 km (WMTC) | 121 mi city / 60 mi highway |
| Top speed | 120 km/h | 103 mph |
| Power | 42 hp | 84 hp |
| Weight | 231 kg | 436 lb |
| Charging | ~3 h (fast opt.) | Level 2 ~78 min |
| Drive | Belt | Belt |
| Seats | 2 | — |
| Wheels | 15" front / 14.5" rear | — |
| Torque | — | 194 lb-ft |
BMW CE 04
Pros
- Highway capable
- Premium build
- Fast charging option
- Superb refinement
Cons
- Very expensive
- Heavy
- Storage is modest
- Not for tight budgets
LiveWire S2 Del Mar
Pros
- Lighter and cheaper
- Genuinely fun
- Premium build
- Accessible power
Cons
- Highway range is short
- Limited fast-charging
- Expensive per mile
- Sparse dealer network
Frequently asked questions
Is the LiveWire S2 Del Mar really better than BMW CE 04?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, BMW CE 04 or LiveWire S2 Del Mar?
130 km vs 195 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $153/yr for the BMW CE 04 and $122/yr for the LiveWire S2 Del Mar.
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