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Audi A6 Avant vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or smart #3?

Audi A6 Avant vs smart #3: Key differences

Audi A6 Avant

  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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smart #3

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • marginally lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A6 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

smart #3 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,723 £.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 354 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

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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 Audi A6 Avant offers clearly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Avant delivers clearly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 196 Nm more.

A6 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is marginally lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,865 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers visibly more boot space – 503 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 stands out in the key areas 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.

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smart #3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 455 km
Audi A6 Avant
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A6 Avant

The Audi A6 Avant wraps executive poise and usable practicality into an impeccably finished estate that makes everyday driving feel noticeably more grown-up. It serves up a calm, composed ride and clever packaging for buyers who want space and refinement without ostentation — the sensible choice that still manages to impress.

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smart #3

The Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.

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Audi A6 Avant
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 170 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,865 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 - 570 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
smart
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