Smart EQ fortwo cabrio vs Abarth 500e Convertible

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General Info

While the Abarth 500e Convertible (2023-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Cabriolet.

Property Smart EQ fortwo cabrio Abarth 500e Convertible
Years of Production 2020-2023 2023-…
Current Status Discontinued Produced
Country of Manufacture Slovenia Italy
Body Style Cabriolet Cabriolet
Market Availability EU EU
GCC Score 3.9 4.6

Range and Efficiency

While the Abarth 500e Convertible (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023).

Property Smart EQ fortwo cabrio Abarth 500e Convertible
Range (WLTP) 81 mi 158 mi
Range (GCC) 71 mi 135 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 17.6 kWh 42.2 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 16.7 kWh 37.8 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 23.5 kWh/100 mi 28 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.25 mi/kWh 3.57 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.5 5.2

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Abarth 500e Convertible (2023-…) can charge at up to 85 kW.

The Abarth 500e Convertible (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023) is limited to 7.2 kW.

Property Smart EQ fortwo cabrio Abarth 500e Convertible
Max Charging Power (AC) 7.2 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) - Max Charging Power (DC) 85 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Type 2 (Mennekes) CCS Type 2
Charging Score 2.8 5.2

Performance

The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023) is rear-wheel drive, while the Abarth 500e Convertible (2023-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The Abarth 500e Convertible (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Smart EQ fortwo cabrio Abarth 500e Convertible
Drive Type RWD FWD
Motor Type 1 motor: PMSM 1 motor: PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 60 kW 114 kW
Motor Power (hp) 80 hp 153 hp
Motor Torque 118 lb-ft 173 lb-ft
0-60 mph 11.5 s 6.7 s
Top Speed 81 mph 96 mph
Performance Score 1.7 3.2

Dimensions

The Abarth 500e Convertible (2023-…) has a longer body, while the Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The Abarth 500e Convertible (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Smart EQ fortwo cabrio Abarth 500e Convertible
Length 106.1 in 144.6 in
Width (with Mirrors) 69 in 74.8 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 65.5 in 66.3 in
Height 61.2 in 59.8 in
Wheelbase 73.7 in 91.4 in

Cargo and Towing

The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023) features a larger trunk, but the Abarth 500e Convertible (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

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

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Smart EQ fortwo cabrio Abarth 500e Convertible
Number of Seats 2 4
Curb Weight 2480 lb 3163 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 9.2 ft3 6.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 12 ft3 19.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 2.9 2.8
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