Global EV Comparison: e.Go Life 40 vs Life 20
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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 e.Go Life 40 (2020-2022) for as low as €9500, while the e.Go Life 20 (2020-2022) begins at €8449.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | e.Go Life 40 | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €9500 | €8449 |
| GCC Score | 3.9 | 3.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the e.Go Life 40 (2020-2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the e.Go Life 20 (2020-2022).
| Property | e.Go Life 40 | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 113 km | 100 km |
| Range (GCC) | 96 km | 85 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 17.5 kWh | 14.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 16.6 kWh | 13.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.78 km/kWh | 6.2 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.5 | 4.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Neither model supports DC fast charging.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 3.7 kW.
| Property | e.Go Life 40 | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.7 kW | 3.7 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 2 (Mennekes) | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 2.4 | 2.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The e.Go Life 40 (2020-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | e.Go Life 40 | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 40 kW | 20 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 54 hp | 27 hp |
| 0-100 km/h | 12 s | 35 s |
| Top Speed | 123 km/h | 112 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.9 | 1.3 |
Dimensions
The e.Go Life 40 (2020-2022) and e.Go Life 20 (2020-2022) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | e.Go Life 40 | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3345 mm | 3345 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1747 mm | 1747 mm |
| Height | 1588 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2200 mm | 2200 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models provide equal trunk space and the same total cargo volume when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | e.Go Life 40 | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1170 kg | 1150 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 140 l | 140 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 640 l | 640 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.1 | 4.1 |
