Global EV Comparison: Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe vs Renault Twingo Z.E. Base
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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 Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) for as low as €9950, while the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2009-2012 | 2020-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Slovenia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €9950 |
| GCC Score | 3.4 | 5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012).
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 101 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 190 km |
| Range (GCC) | 99 km | 162 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 16.5 kWh | 23 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 15.7 kWh | 21.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km | 13.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.31 km/kWh | 7.61 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 6.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Neither model supports DC fast charging.
The Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) is limited to 3.3 kW.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.3 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 2 (Mennekes) | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 1.9 | 5.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) has more power, the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 30 kW | 60 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 40 hp | 80 hp |
| Motor Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 s | 12.6 s |
| Top Speed | 100 km/h | 135 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Dimensions
The Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012).
The Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2695 mm | 3615 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1875 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1559 mm | 1646 mm |
| Height | 1565 mm | 1541 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1867 mm | 2492 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 | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 900 kg | 1112 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 220 l | 188 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 980 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4 | 3.9 |
