Mini Cooper Convertible SE vs Smart EQ fortwo cabrio
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 Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) for as low as €37999, while the Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023) begins at €12250.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Cabriolet.
| Property | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2020-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | - Country of Manufacture | Slovenia |
| Body Style | Cabriolet | Cabriolet |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37999 | €12250 |
| GCC Score | 4.4 | 3.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023).
| Property | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 201 km | 130 km |
| Range (GCC) | 171 km | 114 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 32.6 kWh | 17.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 28.9 kWh | 16.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.92 km/kWh | 6.83 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 5.5 |
Charging
| Property | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 4.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 49 kW | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 5 | 2.7 |
Performance
| Property | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 135 kW | 60 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 181 hp | 80 hp |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 11.9 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 1.7 |
Dimensions
| Property | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3850 mm | 2695 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1967 mm | 1752 mm |
| Height | 1432 mm | 1555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2495 mm | 1873 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 2 |
| Curb Weight | 1540 kg | 1125 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 160 l | 260 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 340 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 2.5 | 2.9 |
