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Abarth 600e vs Renault Zoe (ZE40)
Selected trimTurismoChange trim207 mi · 54 kWh · £33,995
Selected trimZE 40 Q90 · 2017-19Change trim174 mi · 41 kWh · Not available
At a glance
The Abarth 600e leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed, while the Renault Zoe leads on family practicality and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 600e if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Renault Zoe (ZE40) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Abarth 600e leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueAbarth
Abarth
3.7
Renault
0
Motorway RangeAbarth
Abarth
4.3
Renault
3.1
FamilyRenault
Abarth
3.4
Renault
6.9
ChargingAbarth
Abarth
6.2
Renault
4.1
Cost Per MileRenault
Abarth
5.4
Renault
6.3
City Driving
Abarth
8.1
Renault
8.4
Too close to call
What each car does better
The measurable advantages behind each verdict - every claim carries its own evidence.
Key specifications
The essentials for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,995 | Not available |
| Official range | 207 miles (better) | 174 miles |
| Boot space | 360 L (better) | 338 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Abarth 600e
Renault Zoe
Length
Abarth 600e4,187mm
Renault Zoe4,084mm-103mm
Width
Abarth 600e1,779mm
Renault Zoe1,730mm-49mm
Height
Abarth 600e1,557mm-5mm
Renault Zoe1,562mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions and how each car fits into typical UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,187 mm | 4,084 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,779 mm | 1,730 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,981 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,557 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 621 mm spare | 670 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Passenger capacity, child-seat provision, luggage space and towing.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 360 L (better) | 338 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Abarth 600e Turismo |  Renault Zoe ZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.19m | 4.08m-103mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.73m-49mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | Not available |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.56m+5mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.59m+29mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 360L (better) | 338L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.56m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,640kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh (better) | 41kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 207 mi (better) | 174 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 43kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,995 | Not available |
| Price after EV grant | £32,495 (-£1,500) | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2017–2019 |
* Abarth 600e: Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Compare official and estimated range, charging performance, efficiency and batteries.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 207 miles (better) | 174 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 173 miles (better) | 145 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 43 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 43 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 152 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.8 kWh (better) | 40 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Acceleration, power and drivetrain for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec | Not available |
| Power | 176 kW (better) | 65 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 220 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
Aggregated road-test scores from the UK motoring press. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Abarth 600e
Turismo
Renault Zoe
ZE 40 Q90
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Abarth 600e Turismo
Abarth 600e Turismo
Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Euro NCAP - Renault Zoe ZE 40 Q90
Tested 2013
Warranty
Published battery warranty terms for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Abarth 600e and Renault Zoe like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 173 miles for the Abarth 600e and 145 miles for the Renault Zoe - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Abarth 600e goes roughly 29 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 600e or the Renault Zoe?
The Renault Zoe is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 49 mm narrower than the Abarth 600e. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 670 mm of total clearance for the Renault Zoe and about 621 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 600e.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Abarth 600e or the Renault Zoe?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Abarth 600e and 84% for the Renault Zoe. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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