Comparison between:
- 2020 smart EQ fortwo coupé
- 2021 Dacia Spring Electric
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2020 smart EQ fortwo coupé | 2021 Dacia Spring Electric | |
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| Model year | 2020 | 2021 |
| Market | Europe | Europe |
| Price | GBP 21,195 (UK, Oct 2019) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | High-strength steel | Steel |
| Exterior colors | White Black Carmine Red Gold Beige Lime Green Cool Silver Lava Orange Midnight Blue Moon White Titania Grey Graphite Grey | White Grey |
| Interior colors | Black Black/Blue Black/Grey | Grey |
| Number of doors | 2 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 2 | 4 |
| Length | 106.1 in 2695 mm | 147.0 in 3734 mm |
| Width | 65.5 in 1663 mm | 63.9 in 1622 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 74.5 in 1893 mm | 69.7 in 1770 mm |
| Height | 61.2 in 1555 mm | 59.7 in 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase | 73.7 in 1873 mm | 95.4 in 2423 mm |
| Front track | 57.8 in 1469 mm | 54.5 in 1385 mm |
| Rear track | 56.3 in 1430 mm | 53.7 in 1365 mm |
| Clearance | 4.4 in 113 mm | 4.7 in 120 mm |
| Front headroom | - | 35.3 in 896 mm |
| Rear headroom | - | 33.2 in 843 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 49.2 in 1250 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 48.5 in 1231 mm |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 270.0 l 9.53 ft3 0.27 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 350.0 l 12.36 ft3 0.35 m3 | 620.0 l 21.90 ft3 0.62 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2392.02 lb 1085 kg | 2138.48 lb 970 kg |
| Payload | 496.04 lb 225 kg | - |
| GVWR | 2888.06 lb 1310 kg | - |
| Additional information | - | Luggage space follows VDA norms |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Model | - | Electric 45 |
| Electric motor type | - | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front |
| Power | 60 kW 80.5 hp 81.6 ps | 33 kW 44.3 hp 44.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 2521 - 8200 rpm |
| Torque | 160 Nm 16.3 kgm 118.0 ft-lb | 125 Nm 12.7 kgm 92.2 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | Eco |
| Additional information | Radar-based recuperation | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 80.8 mph 130.0 km/h | 77.7 mph 125.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 11.50 s | 19.10 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC: 98.8 mi / 159.0 km Real range: 69.0 mi / 111.0 km | WLTP: 142.9 mi / 230.0 km WLTP: 189.5 mi / 305.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CMB: 17.6 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CTY: 10 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 13.9 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | - | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 6.95 m 22.80 ft | 9.5 m 31.17 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 3.44 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent MacPherson strut Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drums | Drums |
| Additional information | - | Front disks - 238 x 17 mm Rear drums - 170 mm |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | - | - |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 165/65R15 185/60R15 | 160/70R14 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Deutsche Accumotive | - |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 17.6 kWh | 26.8 kWh |
| Number of cells | 96 | 72 |
| Number of modules | 3 | 12 |
| Voltage | - | 262.8 V |
| Energy density | - | 148.5 Wh/kg |
| Weight | - | 414.47 lb 188 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | - |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation | - |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -40 °C -40 °F | - |
| Maximum ambient temperature | 50 °C 122 °F | - |
| Additional information | Beattery heater | - |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | Wallbox, 4.6 kW Wallbox, 22 kW | AC charging, 6.6 kW DC charging, 30 kW |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 4.6 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 22 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 6.6 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | Wallbox 22 kW, 0:48 Wallbox 4.6 kW, 3:50 | DC charging, 0:56 AC charging, 4:51 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Centre console with drawer and double cup holder at front (S) Gearshift lever knob in leather (chrome) (S) Lockable glove compartment (S) Storage compartment in doors, front (S) Storage compartment in tailgate (S) 3-spoke, multi-function steering wheel in leather (S) Acoustic presence indicator at speeds below 17 mph (S) Active Brake Assist (S) Anti-lock Braking System with electronic brake force distribution (S) Breakdown kit with air compressor and sealant (S) Central locking with radio remote control, visual locking-verification signal (S) Crash sensor for activation of hazard warning lights (S) Crosswind Assist (S) Cruise control with limiter (S) Electronic Stability Programme (S) Front airbags for the driver and front passenger (S) Hill Start Assist (S) Immobilizer (S) Knee airbag for the driver (S) Lane Keeping Assist with acoustic and visual warning (S) Seat belt reminder warning (S) Three-point seat belts with belt tensioners and belt force limiters (S) Tridion safety cell (S) Two pelvis/thorax bags in the backrests of the seats (S) Tyre pressure monitoring system (S) Window airbags (S) 12 volt socket with cover (S) 7-inch multi-touch infotainment display (O) Dashboard Instrument panel (S) Digital Radio (S) Instrument cluster with a 3.5-inch TFT colour display (S) MirrorLink (O) smart Media-System (O) Exterior temperature indicator with frost warning (S) Pre-entry climate control (S) Front passenger seat with through-loading function (fully folding backrest) (S) Heated seats (O) Heated multi-function steering wheel (O) Height-adjustable steering column (O) Comfort windscreen wipers with intermittent wiper control and automatic wipe/wash function (S) Driver's door mirrors electrically adjustable and heated (S) Electric windows with convenience feature and obstruction sensor (S) Heated rear window (S) Painted door handles (body colour) (S) Rear window wiper with intermittent wiper control and automatic wipe/washfunction (S) Solid roof with fabric lining in black (S) Sun visors for driver and front passenger with vanity mirrors (S) H4 halogen headlamps with integrated LED daytime driving lights (S) Headlamp range adjustment, manual (S) Reading light for driver and front passenger (S) Third brake light featuring LED technology (S) Fabric (S) Leather (O) | ABS (S) 6 x airbags (S) Automatic Emergency Braking (S) eCall (S) Electronic brakeforce distribution (S) Electronic Stability Control (S) ESP (S) Front collision alert (O) Front radar (S) Height-adjustable front seat belts (S) Hill-star Assist (S) ISOFIX (S) Rear parking sensors (S) Rearview camera (S) Speed limiter (S) Tire pressure monitor (S) Tire repair kit (S) 3.5-inch instrument cluster (S) Android AUto and Apple CarPlay (S) Bluetooth and DAB (S) 2 x speakers front (S) USB (S) Manual (S) Heated rear window (S) Power-adjustable windows (S) Rear window defogger (S) Manually adjustable side mirrors (S) Automatic headplight activation (S) LDR DRLs (S) LED headlights (S) |
| 2020 smart EQ fortwo coupé | 2021 Dacia Spring Electric |