Comparison between:
- 2020 smart EQ fortwo cabrio
- 2020 Renault Twingo Electric Zen
- 2020 Volkswagen e-up!
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2020 smart EQ fortwo cabrio | 2020 Renault Twingo Electric Zen | 2020 Volkswagen e-up! | |
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| Model alias | - | Twingo Z.E. | - |
| Trim | - | Zen | - |
| Model year | 2020 (MY20) | 2020 (MY20) | 2020 (MY20) |
| Market | Europe | Europe | Europe |
| Price | GBP 22,980 (UK, Oct 2019) | - | EUR 21,975 (DE, Sep 2019) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | High-strength steel | - | Steel Carbon-fiber |
| Exterior colors | White Black Carmine Red Gold Beige Lime Green Cool Silver Lava Orange Midnight Blue Moon White Titania Grey Graphite Grey | Crystal White Quartz White Yellow Mango Red Flame Blue Dragee Green Pistachio Lunar Gray Black Star | Red Black Pearl Pure White Teal Blue Honey Yellow Metallic Costa Azul Metallic Dark Silver Metallic |
| Interior colors | Black Black/Blue Black/Grey | - | Black Cube Shark Skin |
| Number of doors | 2 | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 106.1 in 2695 mm | 142.3 in 3615 mm | 141.7 in 3600 mm |
| Width | 65.5 in 1663 mm | 64.8 in 1646 mm | 64.8 in 1645 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 74.5 in 1893 mm | - | 75.2 in 1910 mm |
| Height | 61.2 in 1555 mm | 60.7 in 1541 mm | 58.7 in 1492 mm |
| Wheelbase | 73.7 in 1873 mm | 98.1 in 2492 mm | 95.2 in 2417 mm |
| Front track | 57.8 in 1469 mm | 57.2 in 1452 mm | 56.2 in 1428 mm |
| Rear track | 56.3 in 1430 mm | 56.1 in 1425 mm | 56.1 in 1424 mm |
| Clearance | 4.4 in 113 mm | - | 5.3 in 135 mm |
| Minimum clearance | - | 6.7 in 170 mm | - |
| Front headroom | - | 35.7 in 908 mm | 39.1 in 993 mm |
| Rear headroom | - | 33.7 in 855 mm | 37.3 in 947 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | 52.0 in 1321 mm | - |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 50.6 in 1284 mm | - |
| Front hip room | - | 53.6 in 1362 mm | 53.9 in 1369 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 52.2 in 1325 mm | 54.6 in 1388 mm |
| Front legroom | - | - | 39.7 in 1009 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | - | 31.2 in 793 mm |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 240.0 l 8.48 ft3 0.24 m3 | 251.0 l 8.86 ft3 0.25 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 340.0 l 12.01 ft3 0.34 m3 | 980.0 l 34.61 ft3 0.98 m3 | 923.0 l 32.60 ft3 0.92 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2458.15 lb 1115 kg | 2597.05 lb 1178 kg | 2709.48 lb 1229 kg |
| Payload | 451.95 lb 205 kg | 771.62 lb 350 kg | 663.59 lb 301 kg |
| GVWR | 2910.1 lb 1320 kg | 3368.66 lb 1528 kg | 3373.07 lb 1530 kg |
| Drag coefficient | - | 0.68 Cd | 0.308 Cd |
| Additional information | - | - | Trunk volumes are measured according to the VDA standards. |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | - | R80 | - |
| Electric motor type | - | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front | Front |
| Power | 60 kW 80.5 hp 81.6 ps | 60 kW 80.5 hp 81.6 ps | 61 kW 81.8 hp 82.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 3950 - 11450 rpm | 3000 - 12000 rpm |
| Torque | 160 Nm 16.3 kgm 118.0 ft-lb | 160 Nm 16.3 kgm 118.0 ft-lb | 210 Nm 21.4 kgm 154.9 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | 500 - 3590 rpm | 0 - 3000 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | Eco B-mode | Eco Eco+ Normal |
| Additional information | Radar-based recuperation | - | - |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 60 kW 80.5 hp 81.6 ps | 60 kW 80.5 hp 81.6 ps | 61 kW 81.8 hp 82.9 ps |
| Total system torque | 160 Nm 16.3 kgm 118.0 ft-lb | 160 Nm 16.3 kgm 118.0 ft-lb | 210 Nm 21.4 kgm 154.9 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 80.8 mph 130.0 km/h | 83.9 mph 135.0 km/h | 80.8 mph 130.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 11.50 s | 12.60 s | 11.90 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC, CMB: 98.8 mi / 159.0 km Real range, CMB: 68.4 mi / 110.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 118.1 mi / 190.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 161.6 mi / 260.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CMB: 17.8 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 16.3 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 12.7 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 | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 6.95 m 22.80 ft | 8.6 m 28.22 ft | 9.8 m 32.15 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 3.93 | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | 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 Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | - | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | - | 11.0 in 280 mm | - |
| Rear brakes | Drums | Drums | Drums |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | - | - | 5Jx15 5Jx16 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 165/65R15 185/60R15 | 165/65R15 81T 185/60R15 84T | - |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | - | 21.3 kWh | 32.3 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | - | 22 kWh | 36.8 kWh |
| Battery capacity | 17.6 kWh | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Deutsche Accumotive | LG Chem | - |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Number of cells | 96 | - | 168 |
| Number of modules | 3 | 8 | - |
| Battery voltage | - | 400 V | - |
| Weight | - | 363.76 lb 165 kg | 546.75 lb 248 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation Battery heater | Liquid-based coolant circulation | - |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -40 °C -40 °F | - | - |
| Maximum ambient temperature | 50 °C 122 °F | - | - |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 | Type 2 | Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 4.6 kW AC 22 kW | AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW AC 22 kW | AC 2.3 kW AC 7.2 kW DC 40 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | AC 22 kW, 0:48 AC 4.6 kW, 3:50 | AC 22 kW, 1:00-1:03 AC 11 kW, 2:00-2:10 AC 7.4 kW, 2:58-4:00 AC 3.7 kW, 5:57-8:00 | DC 40 kW, 0:49-1:00 AC 7.2 kW, 4:30-5:34 AC 2.3 kW, 14:03-17:24 |
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 tritop black fabric soft top (fully automatic) with glass rear window and headlining (S) Electric windows with convenience feature and obstruction sensor (S) Painted door handles (body colour) (S) Rear window wiper with intermittent wiper control and automatic wipe/washfunction (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) | - | - |
| 2020 smart EQ fortwo cabrio | 2020 Renault Twingo Electric Zen | 2020 Volkswagen e-up! |