Global EV Comparison: Smart EQ fortwo coupe vs e.Go Life 60
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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 fortwo coupe (2020-2023) for as low as €8990, while the e.Go Life 60 (2019-2022) begins at €8750.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Smart EQ fortwo coupe | e.Go Life 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2023 | 2019-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovenia | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €8990 | €8750 |
| GCC Score | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the e.Go Life 60 (2019-2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Smart EQ fortwo coupe (2020-2023).
| Property | Smart EQ fortwo coupe | e.Go Life 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 133 km | 145 km |
| Range (GCC) | 116 km | 123 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 17.6 kWh | 23.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 16.7 kWh | 22.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.4 kWh/100 km | 18.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.95 km/kWh | 5.52 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 4.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Neither model supports DC fast charging.
The Smart EQ fortwo coupe (2020-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 4.6 kW, whereas the e.Go Life 60 (2019-2022) is limited to 3.7 kW.
| Property | Smart EQ fortwo coupe | e.Go Life 60 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the e.Go Life 60 (2019-2022) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Smart EQ fortwo coupe | e.Go Life 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 60 kW | 60 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 80 hp | 80 hp |
| Motor Torque | 160 Nm | - Motor Torque |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.6 s | 10 s |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 142 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.8 | 2.6 |
Dimensions
The e.Go Life 60 (2019-2022) is longer, wider, and taller.
The e.Go Life 60 (2019-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Smart EQ fortwo coupe | e.Go Life 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2695 mm | 3345 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1752 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1663 mm | 1747 mm |
| Height | 1555 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1873 mm | 2200 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Smart EQ fortwo coupe (2020-2023) features a larger trunk, but the e.Go Life 60 (2019-2022) 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 | Smart EQ fortwo coupe | e.Go Life 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1095 kg | 1210 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 260 l | 140 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 350 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 |