Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe vs Nissan Leaf 40 kWh
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General Info
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €35900. The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2009-2012 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Japan, UK, USA |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €35900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €15890 |
| GCC Score | 3.4 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012).
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 101 km | 240 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 285 km |
| Range (GCC) | 99 km | 238 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 16.5 kWh | 40 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 15.7 kWh | 39 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.31 km/kWh | 6.1 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 5.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) can charge at up to 50 kW.
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 3.6 kW, whereas the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) is limited to 3.3 kW.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.3 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 2 (Mennekes) | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 1.9 | 3.3 |
Performance
The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) is rear-wheel drive, while the Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 30 kW | 110 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 40 hp | 148 hp |
| Motor Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 100 km/h | 144 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.5 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) is longer and wider, but the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) is taller.
The Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2695 mm | 4490 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2030 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1559 mm | 1788 mm |
| Height | 1565 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1867 mm | 2700 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 | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Nissan Leaf 40 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 900 kg | 1580 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 220 l | 435 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1176 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4 | 4.5 |
