Global EV Comparison: Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh vs Smart EQ fortwo cabrio
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General Info
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €32490. The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €9900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Cabriolet.
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2017-2019 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | Slovenia |
| Body Style | Cabriolet | Cabriolet |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €32490 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €15999 | €9900 |
| GCC Score | 4.6 | 3.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019).
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 92 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 162 km | 102 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 23.8 kWh | 17.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 21.3 kWh | 16.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.1 kWh/100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.61 km/kWh | 6.11 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 4.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh (2022-…) can charge at up to 50 kW.
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) is limited to 4.6 kW.
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 4.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 4.6 | 2.8 |
Performance
The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) is rear-wheel drive, while the Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh (2022-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 70 kW | 60 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 94 hp | 80 hp |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 11.8 s |
| Top Speed | 135 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.3 | 1.7 |
Dimensions
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019).
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3631 mm | 2695 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1752 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1683 mm | 1663 mm |
| Height | 1529 mm | 1555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2322 mm | 1873 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) features a larger trunk, but the Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh (2022-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 24 kWh | Smart EQ fortwo cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 2 |
| Curb Weight | 1281 kg | 1115 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 185 l | 260 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 550 l | 340 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 2.8 | 2.9 |
