Kia Niro EV Standard Range vs Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) for as low as €17885, while the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) begins at €6500.
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is a SUV, whereas the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2022 | 2012-2016 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | France |
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available in the USA | No | Yes |
| Price Europe (Used) | €17885 | €6500 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 3.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016).
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 109 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 289 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 246 km | 106 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 17.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 16.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.28 km/kWh | 6.35 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.9 | 5.1 |
Charging
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 3.7 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 4 | 2.4 |
Performance
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 55 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 74 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 30 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 s | 11.5 s |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | 125 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 1.6 |
Dimensions
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4375 mm | 2695 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 1867 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Curb Weight | 1646 kg | 920 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 451 l | 220 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1405 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 4 |
