Global EV Comparison: Smart EQ forfour vs e.Go Life 20
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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 EQ forfour (2017-2019) for as low as €8190, while the e.Go Life 20 (2020-2022) begins at €8449.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Smart EQ forfour | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2019 | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovenia | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €8190 | €8449 |
| GCC Score | 4.2 | 3.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the e.Go Life 20 (2020-2022).
| Property | Smart EQ forfour | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 100 km |
| Range (GCC) | 120 km | 85 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 17.6 kWh | 14.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 16.7 kWh | 13.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.9 kWh/100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.19 km/kWh | 6.2 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 4.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Neither model supports DC fast charging.
The Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 4.6 kW, whereas the e.Go Life 20 (2020-2022) is limited to 3.7 kW.
| Property | Smart EQ forfour | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 4.6 kW | 3.7 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 | 2.8 | 2.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Smart EQ forfour | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 60 kW | 20 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 80 hp | 27 hp |
| Motor Torque | 160 Nm | - Motor Torque |
| 0-100 km/h | 12.7 s | 35 s |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 112 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.6 | 1.3 |
Dimensions
The e.Go Life 20 (2020-2022) is wider and taller, but the Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) is longer.
The Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Smart EQ forfour | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3495 mm | 3345 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1754 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1665 mm | 1747 mm |
| Height | 1554 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2494 mm | 2200 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Smart EQ forfour (2017-2019) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Smart EQ forfour | e.Go Life 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1200 kg | 1150 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 185 l | 140 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 975 l | 640 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.9 | 4.1 |
