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Audi A1 vs smart #1 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (207 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (20000 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or smart #1?

Audi A1

smart #1

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A1

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A1 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20000 £ , while the smart #1 costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11734 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #1 has a convincingly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 221 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.50 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: smart #1 pulls decisively stronger with 584 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 264 Nm difference.

A1

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi A1 is significantly lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1780 kg. The difference is around 605 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A1 offers minimal more room – 335 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 470 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Audi A1
smart #1

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from about £31,700
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smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 310 - 440 km

Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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smart #1

The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.

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Audi A1
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
20000 - 28800 £
Price
31700 - 45000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1175 - 1365 kg
Curb weight
1780 - 1900 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
-
Length
4270 - 4300 mm
Width
1740 - 1756 mm
Width
1822 mm
Height
-
Height
1636 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
425 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
smart
What drive types are available for the Audi A1?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.