Comparison between:
- 2019 e.GO Life 60
- 2020 smart EQ fortwo coupé
- 2020 Volkswagen e-up!
- 2019 FIAT 500e
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2019 e.GO Life 60 | 2020 smart EQ fortwo coupé | 2020 Volkswagen e-up! | 2019 FIAT 500e | |
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| Trim | 60 | - | - | - |
| Model year | 2019 | 2020 | 2020 | 2019 |
| Market | Europe | Europe | Europe | North America |
| Price | EUR 19,900 (EU, Jul 2019) | GBP 21,195 (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 | Hatchback |
| Materials | Plastic Aluminium High-strength steel | High-strength steel | Steel Carbon-fiber | Steel |
| Exterior colors | White Silver Red Blue Anthracite | White Black Carmine Red Gold Beige Lime Green Cool Silver Lava Orange Midnight Blue Moon White Titania Grey Graphite Grey | Red Black Pearl Pure White Teal Blue Honey Yellow Metallic Costa Azul Metallic Dark Silver Metallic | Luminosa Orange Metallo Gray Granito Gray Pompei Silver Vesivio Black Pearl Perla White Tri-Coat |
| Interior colors | Black | Black Black/Blue Black/Grey | Black Cube Shark Skin | Black Steam |
| Number of doors | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 131.8 in 3348 mm | 106.1 in 2695 mm | 141.7 in 3600 mm | 142.4 in 3617 mm |
| Width | 68.8 in 1748 mm | 65.5 in 1663 mm | 64.8 in 1645 mm | 64.1 in 1627 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | 74.5 in 1893 mm | 75.2 in 1910 mm | - |
| Height | 62.2 in 1581 mm | 61.2 in 1555 mm | 58.7 in 1492 mm | 60.1 in 1527 mm |
| Wheelbase | 86.6 in 2200 mm | 73.7 in 1873 mm | 95.2 in 2417 mm | 90.6 in 2300 mm |
| Front track | 58.3 in 1480 mm | 57.8 in 1469 mm | 56.2 in 1428 mm | 55.4 in 1407 mm |
| Rear track | 58.3 in 1480 mm | 56.3 in 1430 mm | 56.1 in 1424 mm | 55.0 in 1397 mm |
| Clearance | - | 4.4 in 113 mm | 5.3 in 135 mm | - |
| Front headroom | - | - | 39.1 in 993 mm | 38.9 in 989 mm |
| Rear headroom | - | - | 37.3 in 947 mm | 35.6 in 903 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | - | - | 49.4 in 1255 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | - | - | - | 46.4 in 1179 mm |
| Front hip room | - | - | 53.9 in 1369 mm | 47.8 in 1215 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | - | 54.6 in 1388 mm | 42.6 in 1083 mm |
| Front legroom | - | - | 39.7 in 1009 mm | 40.7 in 1035 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | - | 31.2 in 793 mm | 27.6 in 702 mm |
| Total volume | - | - | - | 2027.5 l 71.60 ft3 2.03 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 140.0 l 4.94 ft3 0.14 m3 | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 251.0 l 8.86 ft3 0.25 m3 | 198.2 l 7.00 ft3 0.20 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 640.0 l 22.60 ft3 0.64 m3 | 350.0 l 12.36 ft3 0.35 m3 | 923.0 l 32.60 ft3 0.92 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 2667.59 lb 1210 kg | 2392.02 lb 1085 kg | 2709.48 lb 1229 kg | 2987.26 lb 1355 kg |
| Payload | 859.8 lb 390 kg | 496.04 lb 225 kg | 663.59 lb 301 kg | - |
| GVWR | 3527.4 lb 1600 kg | 2888.06 lb 1310 kg | 3373.07 lb 1530 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | - | - | 0.308 Cd | 0.311 Cd |
| Additional information | Axle load distribution front / back (%) - 48 / 52 | - | Trunk volumes are measured according to the VDA standards. | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Bosch | - | Volkswagen | - |
| Electric motor type | - | - | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 230 V | - | - | - |
| 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 | 83 kW 111.3 hp 112.8 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | - | 3000 - 12000 rpm | - |
| Torque | - | 160 Nm 16.3 kgm 118.0 ft-lb | 210 Nm 21.4 kgm 154.9 ft-lb | 200 Nm 20.4 kgm 147.5 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | - | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Comfort Sport | - | Eco Eco+ Normal | - |
| Additional information | - | Radar-based recuperation | - | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 88.2 mph 142.0 km/h | 80.8 mph 130.0 km/h | 80.8 mph 130.0 km/h | 87.6 mph 141.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | - | 11.50 s | 11.90 s | - |
| Additional information | Acceleration 0-50 km/h - 3.4 sec | - | - | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP: 90.1 mi / 145.0 km | NEDC: 98.8 mi / 159.0 km Real range: 69.0 mi / 111.0 km | WLTP: 161.6 mi / 260.0 km | EPA: 83.9 mi / 135.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CMB: 16.2 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 17.6 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 12.7 kWh/100 km | EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 103 MPGe EPA, CMB: 112 MPGe EPA, CTY: 121 MPGe |
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 | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 9.8 m 32.15 ft | 6.95 m 22.80 ft | 9.8 m 32.15 ft | 9.54 m 31.30 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | - | - | 3 |
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 | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | - | - | - | 9.59 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent MacPherson strut Double wishbone Shock absorbers | MacPherson strut Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers Touring-tuned suspension |
| Rear suspension | de Dion tube Dependent | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers Touring-tuned suspension |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Drums | Drums | - |
| Additional information | - | - | - | Front rotor size and type - 284 x 22 mm Rear rotor size and type - 251 x 11 mm |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | - | - | 5Jx15 5Jx16 | 5.5Jx15 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 195/65R15 R 225/40R18 R 225/45R17 R | 165/65R15 185/60R15 | - | 185/55R15 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | - | Deutsche Accumotive | - | - |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 23.5 kWh | 17.6 kWh | 36.8 kWh | 24 kWh |
| Number of cells | - | 96 | 168 | 97 |
| Number of modules | - | 3 | - | - |
| Voltage | 374 V | - | - | 364 V |
| Weight | - | - | 546.75 lb 248 kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | - | Water-based coolant circulation | - | Air convection Water-based coolant circulation |
| Minimum ambient temperature | - | -40 °C -40 °F | - | - |
| Maximum ambient temperature | - | 50 °C 122 °F | - | - |
| Additional information | - | Beattery heater | Usable capacity - 32.3 kWh | Passive and active cooling Active heating |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | DC fast charging 50 kW, 50 kW | Wallbox, 4.6 kW Wallbox, 22 kW | Household charging, 2.3 kW Wallbox, 7.2 kW DC fast charging, 40 kW | Wallbox, 6.6 kW DC charging, 40 kW |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | On-board charger, Type 2, 3.7 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 4.6 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 22 kW | - | Onboard charger, Type 1 CCS1, 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 | DC fast charging 50 kW, 0:28 e.Go Wallbox, 6:21 | Wallbox 22 kW, 0:48 Wallbox 4.6 kW, 3:50 | DC fast charging, 0:49-1:00 Wallbox 7.2 kW, 4:30-5:34 Household charging, 14:03-17:24 | DC Charging, 0:36 Wallbox, 3:39 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with built-in brake assist (S) Driver and passenger airbags (S) Electronic Stability Control (S) Front and rear parking assistance (O) Hill start assist (S) Hydraulic braking assistance (S) ISOFIX child seat attachment for front passenger seat and rear seats (S) Side airbags (S) Tyre repair kit, first-aid kit, safety vest, warning triangle (O) 12V power outlet (S) 6.75-inch touch-screen (S) Built in FM radio, Apple Carplay, Android Auto (S) e.GO Infotainment system (O) Smartphone holder with USB port (S) 4 x speakers Air-conditioning (O) Electric heater (O) Manually adjustable seats for driver and front passenger (S) Reversible rear seats (O) Seat heating for driver and front passenger (S) Electric windows (O) Heated windscreen and rear window heating (S) Windscreen wipers with built-in rain sensor (S) Heated side mirrors (S) Fog lights (S) Halogen headlights (S) LED headlights (S) Cloth (S) | 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) | - | Push-button e-shift with illuminated gear position indication (S) Wheels with Black/Electric Orange accented inserts (O) Advanced multi-stage driver and front-passenger air bags (S) Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (S) BeltAlert for front seats (S) Brake Assist (S) Brake/Park interlock (S) Constant-force retractors (CFR) (S) Driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side air bags (pelvic-thorax) (S) Driver inflatable knee air bag (S) e-Park prawl (S) Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) (S) Electronic stability control (ESC) (S) Front and rear side-curtain air bags (S) Hill-start Assist (HSA) (S) Intelligent battery sensor (IBS) (S) LATCH (S) Occupant restraint controller (ORC) (S) ParkSense rear park assist system (S) Pedestrian alert (S) Reactive head restraints (front seats) (S) Remote keyless/illuminated entry system (S) Sentry Key engine immobilizer (S) Three-point seat belts for all positions (S) Tire pressure monitor system (S) Traction control system (TCS) (S) Vehicle theft security alarm (S) 12-volt power outlet (S) 7-inch TFT display (instrument cluster) (S) AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA Radio (S) Auxiliary input jack (S) Bluetooth (S) Driver selectable Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with trip computer (S) Key fob - remote keyless entry with folding shank (S) 6 x premium speakers and a 276W amplifier (S) SiriusXM Radio (S) TomTom Navigation (S) Uconnect 5.0 with a 5-inch touch screen, voice commands, handsfree (S) USB Port with iPod control (S) Automatic temperature control with humidity sensor (S) Cabin air filtration (S) 50/50 split/fold-down rear seat (S) Driver's seat with manual height adjuster, easy entry and seatback memory (S) Heated driver and front-passenger seats (O) Leather wrapped steering wheel with audio and cruise controls (S) Steering column with manual tilt (S) Front power windows with express one-touch down (S) Front, parallel-action, variable-intermittent wipers (S) Liftgate mounted spoiler, body color (S) Rear, variable-intermittent wipers (S) Rear-window defroster (S) Sunroof - power with vent and one-touch express open (O) Tinted glass (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Electric Orange exterior mirrors (O) Power adjustable, heated, with driver's side spotter mirror and manual foldaway (S) Sun visors with vanity mirrors (S) Bi-halogen projector headlamps (S) Black accented headlamp, tail lamp and lower turn signal lamps (O) Chrome lower turn signal lamps (S) Chromed headlamp bezels (S) Chromed tail lamp bezels (S) Daytime-running lamps (DRL) (S) Halogen fog lamps (S) LED center high-mounted signal lamp (CHMSL) (S) Fabric (S) Leather (O) Steam/Electric Orange interior colour (O) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | Based on Volkswagen's MEB platform. | - | - | 2013 - 2019 FIAT 500e is produced in Mexico (Toluca). From 2016 to 2019 the FIAT 500e remains largely unchanged. 2017 brings the e-Sport Package as a separate model dubbed FIAT 500e e-Sport. 2018 offers a new set of colours and the number is decreased to six. |
| 2019 e.GO Life 60 | 2020 smart EQ fortwo coupé | 2020 Volkswagen e-up! | 2019 FIAT 500e |