Global EV Comparison: Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe vs Škoda Citigo-e iV
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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 Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) begins at €10990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2012-2016 | 2019-2021 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Slovakia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €6500 | €10990 |
| GCC Score | 3.9 | 4.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016).
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 109 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 257 km |
| Range (GCC) | 106 km | 218 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 17.6 kWh | 36.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 16.7 kWh | 32.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 14.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.35 km/kWh | 6.75 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 5.9 |
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 Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) can charge at up to 40 kW.
The Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) is limited to 3.7 kW.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.7 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | 40 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 2.4 | 3.9 |
Performance
The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) is rear-wheel drive, while the Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) offers a front-wheel drive system.
Although the Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) has more power, the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 55 kW | 61 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 74 hp | 82 hp |
| Motor Torque | 30 Nm | 212 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 s | 12.3 s |
| Top Speed | 125 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.7 | 1.7 |
Dimensions
The Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) is longer and wider, but the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) is taller.
The Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2695 mm | 3597 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1559 mm | 1645 mm |
| Height | 1565 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1867 mm | 2422 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 | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 920 kg | 1235 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 220 l | 250 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 923 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4 | 3.6 |
