Global EV Comparison: Honda Fit EV Gen 1 vs Renault Zoe Z.E. R240
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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 Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 (2015-2016) for as low as €4400, while the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2013-2015 | 2015-2016 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | France |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €4400 |
| GCC Score | 4 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 (2015-2016) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015).
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 132 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (GCC) | 125 km | 180 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 20 kWh | 25.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 19 kWh | 23.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km | 12.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.58 km/kWh | 7.73 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Neither model supports DC fast charging.
The Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 (2015-2016) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 1 (J1772) | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 92 kW | 65 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 123 hp | 87 hp |
| Motor Torque | 256 Nm | 220 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 s | 13.5 s |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 135 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.7 | 1.7 |
Dimensions
The Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 (2015-2016) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4105 mm | 4084 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1694 mm | 1945 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1730 mm |
| Height | 1524 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2499 mm | 2588 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1475 kg | 1468 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 340 l | 338 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1225 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4 | 4.2 |
