Global EV Comparison: Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe vs Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh
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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 Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) for as low as €6500, while the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) begins at €10999.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2012-2016 | 2017-2018 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Germany, USA |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €6500 | €10999 |
| GCC Score | 4 | 4.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) 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 | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 109 km | 185 km |
| Range (GCC) | 106 km | 172 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 17.6 kWh | 33.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 16.7 kWh | 31.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 18.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.35 km/kWh | 5.41 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.1 | 4.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) can charge at up to 50 kW.
The Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 6.6 kW, whereas the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) is limited to 3.7 kW.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.7 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 2.4 | 3.5 |
Performance
The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) is rear-wheel drive, while the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 55 kW | 107 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 74 hp | 143 hp |
| Motor Torque | 30 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 s | 11.4 s |
| Top Speed | 125 km/h | 135 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.7 | 2.2 |
Dimensions
The Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) is longer and wider, but the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) is taller.
The Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2695 mm | 4392 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2045 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1559 mm | 1882 mm |
| Height | 1565 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1867 mm | 2649 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 | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 920 kg | 1700 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 220 l | 237 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1125 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4 | 4.1 |
