Smart EQ fortwo vs. Nissan LEAF
When comparing the Smart EQ fortwo's and the Nissan LEAF's specifications and ratings, the Smart EQ fortwo has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. The Nissan LEAF has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Smart EQ fortwo's and the Nissan LEAF's specifications and ratings, the Smart EQ fortwo is a better car than the Nissan LEAF.
Smart EQ fortwo vs. Nissan LEAF Pricing
A used 2019 Smart EQ fortwo ranges from $13,209 to $19,742 while a used 2019 Nissan LEAF is priced between $14,993 to $24,792.
Smart EQ fortwo vs. Nissan LEAF Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Smart EQ fortwo loses 56 percent of its value and the Nissan LEAF loses 65.1 percent of its value. This means the Smart EQ fortwo retains 9.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan LEAF.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Smart EQ fortwo’s base engine makes 80 horsepower, and the Nissan LEAF base engine makes 147 horsepower. Both the EQ fortwo and the LEAF are rated to deliver an average of 124 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with highway ranges of 58 and 150 miles respectively. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the EQ fortwo is 3 hours (240V), while the charge time for the LEAF is 8 hours (240V).
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Nissan LEAF has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13209 - 19742
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.559508
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14993 - 24792
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.650532
Smart EQ fortwo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Smart EQ fortwo Rankings
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26 out of / 27Nissan LEAF Rankings
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17 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Smart EQ fortwo Trim Levels
Not yet available
Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
S, S PLUS, SL, SL PLUS, SV, SV PLUS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
80 hp
Torque:
118 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.034 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp
Torque:
236 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
MPGe:
124 / 94 / 108
Range (city/hwy):
58 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
17.6 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
3 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
MPGe:
124 / 99 / 112
Range (city/hwy):
150 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
40 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
48 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2363 lbs
Width:
74.5 inches
Height:
61.2 inches
Length:
106.1 inches
Wheelbase:
73.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3433 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
61.4 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
165/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16