Smart #1 Pulse vs Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric
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
The Smart #1 Pulse (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €46490. The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric (2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €39900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-2022 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Belgium |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | No | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | €46490 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €39900 |
| GCC Score | 7 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric (2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Smart #1 Pulse (2023-…).
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 359 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 400 km | 436 km |
| Range (GCC) | 340 km | 357 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 62 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.2 kWh/100 km | 21 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.48 km/kWh | 4.76 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 5.4 |
Charging
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.5 | 6.8 |
Performance
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 315 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 422 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 584 Nm | 660 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.9 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.5 | 6.5 |
Dimensions
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4300 mm | 4425 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2025 mm | 2034 mm |
| Height | 1636 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2702 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Twin Pure Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1975 kg | 2188 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 313 l | 410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 986 l | 1295 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l | 31 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 6.8 |
