Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor vs Smart #1 Brabus
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
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor (2022-...) has a starting price of €61290, compared to the Smart #1 Brabus (2023-…), which starts at €48990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor | Smart #1 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | Yes | No |
| Price Europe (New) | €61290 | €48990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €52990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor (2022-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart #1 Brabus (2023-…).
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor | Smart #1 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 414 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 548 km | 400 km |
| Range (GCC) | 447 km | 340 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 66 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 79 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km | 18.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.66 km/kWh | 5.48 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 6 |
Charging
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor | Smart #1 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 7.5 |
Performance
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor | Smart #1 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: IM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 315 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 422 hp |
| Motor Torque | 670 Nm | 584 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.5 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor | Smart #1 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2034 mm | 2025 mm |
| Height | 1596 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2702 mm | 2750 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Twin Motor | Smart #1 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2138 kg | 1975 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 404 l | 313 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1205 l | 976 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 31 l | 15 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.5 |
