Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe vs Electric Drive fortwo coupe

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) for as low as $4999, while the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) begins at $2995.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

Property Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe
Years of Production 2012-2016 2009-2012
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture France France
Body Style Hatchback Hatchback
Market Availability EU, USA USA
Price USA (Used) $4999 $2995
GCC Score 4 3.4

Range and Efficiency

With identical energy efficiency, Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) outpaces Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) in real-world range thanks to its bigger battery.

Property Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe
Range (EPA) 68 mi 63 mi
Range (GCC) 66 mi 62 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 17.6 kWh 16.5 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 16.7 kWh 15.7 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 25.3 kWh/100 mi 25.3 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.95 mi/kWh 3.95 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.1 5

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

Neither model supports DC fast charging.

The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 3.7 kW, whereas the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) is limited to 3.3 kW.

Property Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe
Max Charging Power (AC) 3.7 kW 3.3 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) - Max Charging Power (DC) - Max Charging Power (DC)
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Type 1 (J1772) Type 1 (J1772)
Charging Score 2.4 1.9

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Both cars deliver the same 0-60 mph acceleration time, but the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) boasts greater motor power.

Property Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type 1 motor: PMSM 1 motor: PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 55 kW 30 kW
Motor Power (hp) 74 hp 40 hp
Motor Torque 22 lb-ft 89 lb-ft
0-60 mph 11.1 s 11.1 s
Top Speed 78 mph 62 mph
Performance Score 1.7 1.5

Dimensions

The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) and Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) are about the same size.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe
Length 106.1 in 106.1 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 61.4 in 61.4 in
Height 61.6 in 61.6 in
Wheelbase 73.5 in 73.5 in

Cargo and Towing

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe
Number of Seats 2 2
Curb Weight 2028 lb 1984 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 7.8 ft3 7.8 ft3
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 4 4
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