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Ark Zero vs Silence S04
Selected trimZero50 mi · Not available · £5,995
Selected trimL6e Single BatteryChange trim50 mi · 5.6 kWh · £11,299
At a glance
In this comparison, Ark Zero leads on value for money, while the Silence S04 leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ark Zero if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
Choose the Silence S04 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Silence S04 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueArk
Ark
6.9
Silence
5.3
Motorway RangeSilence
Ark
1.1
Silence
4.7
FamilySilence
Ark
0
Silence
4.5
ChargingSilence
Ark
0
Silence
3.7
Cost Per MileSilence
Ark
0
Silence
9.9
City Driving
Ark
9.9
Silence
9.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ark ZeroZero | Silence S04L6e Single Battery |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £5,995 (better) | £11,299 |
| Official range | 50 miles | 50 miles |
| Boot space | Not available | 247 L |
Size Comparison
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Ark Zero
Silence S04
Length
Ark Zero2,500mm
Silence S042,280mm-220mm
Width
Ark Zero1,202mm-128mm
Silence S041,330mm
Height
Ark Zero1,625mm
Silence S041,590mm-35mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ark ZeroZero | Silence S04L6e Single Battery |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2,500 mm | 2,280 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,202 mm (better) | 1,330 mm |
| Height | 1,625 mm | 1,590 mm |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 1,198 mm spare (better) | 1,070 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ark ZeroZero | Silence S04L6e Single Battery |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | Not available | 247 L |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ark Zero Zero |  Silence S04 L6e Single Battery |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 2.50m | 2.28m-220mm |
| Width | 1.20m | 1.33m+128mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.59m-35mm |
| Wheelbase | Not available | 1.60m |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | Not available | 247L |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Practicality | ||
| Kerb Weight | 489kg (better) | 540kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | Not available | 5.6kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 50 mi | 50 mi |
| Max DC Charge | Not available | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £5,995 (better) | £11,299 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Quadricycle | Quadricycle |
| Available | 2023+ | 2025+ |
* Ark Zero: Manufacturer does not publish battery capacity (kWh); omitted rather than estimated.
* Silence S04: Not Euro NCAP tested. Quadricycle and L-category vehicles fall outside the Euro NCAP programme scope.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ark ZeroZero | Silence S04L6e Single Battery |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 50 miles | 50 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 40 miles | 42 miles (better) |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 1.2 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | Not available | 5.6 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ark ZeroZero | Silence S04L6e Single Battery |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 2 kW | 4 kW (better) |
| Torque | Not available | 100 Nm |
| Drivetrain | Not available | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Ark Zero
Zero
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Silence S04
L6e Single Battery
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Silence S04 L6e Single Battery
Silence S04 L6e Single Battery
Not Euro NCAP tested. Quadricycle and L-category vehicles fall outside the Euro NCAP programme scope.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Silence S04 worth the extra £5,304 over the Ark Zero?
The Silence S04 costs £5,304 more than the Ark Zero. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Silence S04 comes out ahead overall.
What are the Ark Zero and Silence S04 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 40 miles for the Ark Zero and 42 miles for the Silence S04 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ark Zero or the Silence S04?
The Ark Zero is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 128 mm narrower than the Silence S04. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 1198 mm of total clearance for the Ark Zero and about 1070 mm of total clearance for the Silence S04.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .