Global EV Comparison: Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 vs Chevrolet Spark EV 19 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 Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 (2016-2019) for as low as €6950, while the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2016-2019 | 2015-2017 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | France | South Korea |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €6950 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 4.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 (2016-2019) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017).
| Property | Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 132 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 317 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 286 km | 125 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 44.1 kWh | 19 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 41 kWh | 18 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.3 kWh/100 km | 14.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.98 km/kWh | 6.94 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.6 | 5.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 (2016-2019) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) can charge at up to 50 kW.
The Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 (2016-2019) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) is limited to 3.3 kW.
| Property | Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.1 | 2.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 68 kW | 105 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 91 hp | 140 hp |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 444 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 13.2 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 135 km/h | 145 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.7 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 (2016-2019) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh (2015-2017).
The Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 (2016-2019) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4084 mm | 3721 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1945 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1730 mm | 1626 mm |
| Height | 1562 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2588 mm | 2375 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 | Renault Zoe Van Z.E. 40 R90 | Chevrolet Spark EV 19 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1480 kg | 1300 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 273 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1000 l | 663 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.2 |
