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Audi Q8 e-tron vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or smart #3?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs smart #3: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

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

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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • considerably 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

Q8 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

smart #3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,066 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 3.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers visibly more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 140 km more than the smart #3.

#3

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 Q8 e-tron offers considerably more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers significantly more torque with 973 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 589 Nm more.

Q8 e-tron

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 terms of curb weight, smart #3 is considerably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 775 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers visibly more boot space – 569 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries markedly more – 595 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron stands well ahead of its rival 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 £65,100
Q8 e-tron

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 503 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 456 - 595 km
Audi Q8 e-tron
smart #3

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q8 e-tron

The Audi Q8 e-tron wraps Audi’s usual premium polish into a quiet, composed electric SUV that feels refined and surprisingly effortless to drive. With a spacious, tech-forward cabin and understated road presence, it’s a practical yet stylish choice for buyers who want electric motoring without losing the dignity of a proper luxury SUV.

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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 Q8 e-tron
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
smart
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