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BMW 2 Series vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or smart #1?

BMW 2 Series vs smart #1: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • marginally cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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smart #1

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Series

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.

BMW 2 Series is marginally cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the smart #1 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,020 £.

#1

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers markedly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the smart #1 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers noticeably more torque with 650 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is visibly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers moderately more boot space – 390 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries marginally more – 425 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series is slightly 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 £39,700
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 10 L/100km
BMW 2 Series
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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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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BMW 2 Series
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
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