In our Berlin to Köln EV duel, the smart #1 Pro+ beats the MG MG4 64kWh by 9 minutes, completing the 573km route in 5h 40min. The key advantage? 1 fewer charging stop. Route calculated on September 7, 2026 using real-time charging station data.
The MG MG4 64kWh's 360km range doesn't beat the smart #1 Pro+'s 340km here - charging speed and efficiency matter more.
The smart #1 Pro+ needs only 2 charging stops compared to 3 for the slowest vehicle, saving valuable time.
Winner
smart #1 Pro+
- Total time: 5h 40min (9 min faster)
- Charging stops: 2
- Charging time: 25min
- Energy: ~104 kWh
- Distance: 573km
Quick Comparison
| Metric |
MG MG4 64kWh |
smart #1 Pro+ |
| Travel time |
5h 49min |
5h 40min |
| Charging time: |
35min |
25min |
| Charging stops: |
3 |
2 |
| Energy used |
~103 kWh |
~103 kWh |
Charging Strategy Breakdown
MG MG4 64kWh Route
- Start: Berlin (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
Fastned Rastplatz Uhry Nord, Königslutter am Elm (10 min, 33% → 57%)
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Stop 2:
Fastned Rastplatz Löwenburg, Porta Westfalica (10 min, 10% → 42%)
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Stop 3:
IONITY Euro Rastpark, Lippetal (15 min, 10% → 52%)
- Arrival: Köln
smart #1 Pro+ Route
- Start: Berlin (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
Magic Spielhalle, Garbsen (14 min, 12% → 56%)
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Stop 2:
IONITY Euro Rastpark, Lippetal (11 min, 10% → 48%)
- Arrival: Köln
Why the smart #1 Pro+ Won
The smart #1 Pro+ achieved a 9-minute advantage over MG MG4 64kWh on this 573km route. Key factors:
- Fewer charging stops: 2 stops vs 3 for the slowest vehicle means less time spent finding and connecting to chargers.
- Faster charging: Total charging time of 25min vs 35min thanks to higher peak charging speeds or better charging curve.
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