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Audi A7 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (630 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (55,000 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or smart #1?

Audi A7 vs smart #1: Key differences

Audi A7

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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smart #1

  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A7

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 #1 is visibly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,323 £.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 332 km more than the Audi A7.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A7 offers considerably more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the smart #1 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

A7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: smart #1 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A7 is very slightly lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A7 offers considerably more boot space – 535 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 222 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A7 carries noticeably more – 600 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 is barely 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.

from £55,000
A7

Audi A7

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 630 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 68 km
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Audi A7

The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Length
-
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
smart
Is the Audi A7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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