Global EV Comparison: Honda e Base vs Smart EQ forfour
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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 Honda e (2020-2022) for as low as €14900, while the Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) begins at €8190.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Honda e Base | Smart EQ forfour |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2017-2019 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Slovenia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €14900 | €8190 |
| GCC Score | 4.6 | 4.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Honda e (2020-2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019).
| Property | Honda e Base | Smart EQ forfour |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 222 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 189 km | 120 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 35.5 kWh | 17.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 28.5 kWh | 16.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km | 13.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.63 km/kWh | 7.19 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Honda e (2020-2022) can charge at up to 46 kW.
The Honda e (2020-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 6.6 kW, whereas the Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) is limited to 4.6 kW.
| Property | Honda e Base | Smart EQ forfour |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 4.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 46 kW | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 3.6 | 2.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Honda e (2020-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Honda e Base | Smart EQ forfour |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 60 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 80 hp |
| Motor Torque | 315 Nm | 160 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 12.7 s |
| Top Speed | 145 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.8 | 1.6 |
Dimensions
The Honda e (2020-2022) is longer and wider, but the Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) is taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Honda e Base | Smart EQ forfour |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3894 mm | 3495 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1754 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1752 mm | 1665 mm |
| Height | 1512 mm | 1554 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2538 mm | 2494 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Honda e Base | Smart EQ forfour |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1588 kg | 1200 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 171 l | 185 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 861 l | 975 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.8 | 3.9 |
