Comparison between:
- 2020 smart EQ fortwo coupé
- 2020 Volkswagen e-Golf SE
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 | 2020 Volkswagen e-Golf SE | |
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| Trim | - | SE |
| Model year | 2020 | 2020 |
| Market | Europe | North America, Europe |
| Price | GBP 21,195 (UK, Oct 2019) | USD 31,895 (USA, Jul 2019) GBP 33,840 (UK, Jul 2019) EUR 41,005 (NL, Jul 2019) EUR 31,900 (DE, Jul 2019) EUR 42,090 (FR, Jul 2019) EUR 39,460 (ES, Jul 2019) EUR 40,750 (IT, Jul 2019) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | Atlantic Blue Metallic Deep Black Pearl Great Falls Green Metallic Indium Grey Metallic Pure White Urano Grey White Silver Metallic Oryx White Pearl |
| Interior colors | Black Black/Blue Black/Grey | Titan Black Shetland Beige |
| Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 2 | 5 |
| Length | 106.1 in 2695 mm | 168.1 in 4270 mm |
| Width | 65.5 in 1663 mm | 70.8 in 1798 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 74.5 in 1893 mm | 79.8 in 2027 mm |
| Height | 61.2 in 1555 mm | 58.3 in 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase | 73.7 in 1873 mm | 103.5 in 2629 mm |
| Front track | 57.8 in 1469 mm | 60.4 in 1533 mm |
| Rear track | 56.3 in 1430 mm | 59.2 in 1503 mm |
| Clearance | 4.4 in 113 mm | 5.6 in 143 mm |
| Front headroom | - | 40.1 in 1018 mm |
| Rear headroom | - | 38.1 in 967 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | 55.9 in 1420 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 53.9 in 1369 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 57.8 in 1469 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 56.7 in 1440 mm |
| Front legroom | - | 41.2 in 1046 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | 35.6 in 904 mm |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 341.0 l 12.04 ft3 0.34 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 350.0 l 12.36 ft3 0.35 m3 | 1231.0 l 43.47 ft3 1.23 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2392.02 lb 1085 kg | 3560.47 lb 1615 kg |
| Payload | 496.04 lb 225 kg | 892.87 lb 405 kg |
| GVWR | 2888.06 lb 1310 kg | 4453.34 lb 2020 kg |
| Drag coefficient | - | 0.27 Cd |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | Volkswagen |
| Model | - | EEM 100 |
| Electric motor type | - | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front |
| Power | 60 kW 80.5 hp 81.6 ps | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 3300 - 12000 rpm |
| Torque | 160 Nm 16.3 kgm 118.0 ft-lb | 290 Nm 29.6 kgm 213.9 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | Eco Eco+ Normal |
| Additional information | Radar-based recuperation | Three levels of regenerative braking Eco mode power - 70 kW Eco mode torque - 233 Nm Eco+ mode power - 40 kW Eco+ mode torque - 211 Nm |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 80.8 mph 130.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 11.50 s | 9.60 s |
| Additional information | - | Eco mode 0-100 km/h acceleration - 13 s Eco mode top speed - 115 km/h Eco+ mode 0-100 km/h acceleration - 19 s Eco+ mode top speed - 90 km/h |
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 | NEDC: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km EPA: 123.0 mi / 197.9 km Real range: 144.8 mi / 233.0 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 | NEDC, CMB: 13.8 kWh/100 km EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 104 MPGe EPA, CMB: 113 MPGe EPA, CTY: 122 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 16 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 | 10.9 m 35.76 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 2.76 |
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) |
| Axle ratio | - | 3.61 |
| Additional information | - | Gearbox model - EQ 270 |
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) | MacPherson strut Independent Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Telescopic shock absorbers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drums | Discs |
| Additional information | - | Front discs size - 11.3 x 1.0 in Rear discs size - 10.7 x 0.4 in |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | - | 6.5Jx16 ET46 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 165/65R15 185/60R15 | 205/55R16 91H |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Deutsche Accumotive | Samsung SDI |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 17.6 kWh | 35.8 kWh |
| Number of cells | 96 | 264 |
| Number of modules | 3 | 27 |
| Voltage | - | 323 V |
| Weight | - | 701.07 lb 318 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation | Passive cooling |
| 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 | Standard wall socket, 1.2 kW Standard wall socket, 2.3 kW Wall box, 3.6 kW Wall box, 7.2 kW CCS fast charging, 40 kW CCS fast charging, 50 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 1 CCS1, 7.2 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 7.2 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 | CCS fast charging 50 kW, 0:34 CCS fast charging 40 kW, 0:43 Wall box 7.2 kW, 4:55 Wall box 3.6 kW, 9:50 Standard wall socket 230V, 15:24 Standard wall socket 110/120V, 29:30 |
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) | Adjustable cargo floor (S) e-Golf front grille with blue accent (S) Integrated rear spoiler (S) 3-point safety belts for all seating positions with pretensioners for driver and front passenger (S) Adpative Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop and Go (S) Anti-lock Braking System (S) Anti-Slip Regulation (S) Automatic Post-Collision Braking System (S) Blind Spot Monitor (S) Child safety locks on rear doors (S) City Emergency Braking (S) Cruise Control (S) Driver alertness detection (S) Driver and front passenger seat belt reminder (S) Driver and passenger front and side thorax airbag supplemental restraint system (S) Driver-only knee airbag (S) Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (S) Electronic Differential Lock (S) Electronic speed control (S) Electronic Stability Control (S) Engine Braking Assist (S) Forward Collision Warning with Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring (Front Assist (S) Front airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Front and rear seats belt load limiters (S) Hydraulic Brake Assist (S) Immobilizer, anti-theft alarm, central locking (S) Intelligent Crash Response System (S) Isofix on rear seats (S) LATCH (S) Rear Traffic Alert (S) Rearview camera (S) Side chest airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Side chest airbags for rear seats (S) Side curtain airbags for front seats (S) Side curtain airbags for rear seats (S) Side head airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Speed assist (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) XDS (Cross Differential System) (S) 2 x 12V power outlets: 1 in front center console, 1 in cargo area (S) 8-inch Composition Media touchscreen sound system with proximity sensor (S) Bluetooth with audio streaming for compatible devices (S) Color multi-function trip computer (S) Keyless entry with push-button start (S) MIB II infotainment system (S) MP3/WMA/FLAC-compatible CD player, AM/FM/HD Radio, SD memory card reader, and voice control (S) SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription (S) 8 x speakers (S) USB port (S) VW Car-Net connected services (S) Climatronic automatic dual-zon A/C (S) Parking heater/ventilation (S) 6-way partial power-adjustable front seats (S) 60/40 folding rear seats (S) Adjustable lumbar support for driver and front passenger seats (S) Front comfort seats (S) Heated front seats (S) Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel (S) Electrically heated windshield (S) Heated front washer nozzles (S) Power windows with one-touch up/down front and rear (S) Rain-sensing windshield wipers (S) Rear window wiper and washer system (S) Power-folding and adjustable side mirrors with turning signal (S) Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Automatic headlights with Coming/Leaving Home feature (S) Halogen headlights (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED rear lights (S) Cloth (S) Leather gear knob (S) |
| 2020 smart EQ fortwo coupé | 2020 Volkswagen e-Golf SE |