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BMW 7 Series vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or smart #1?

BMW 7 Series vs smart #1: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • visibly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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smart #1

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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

smart #1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,066 £.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 320 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

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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 7 Series offers visibly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 203 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the smart #1 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.

7 Series

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 #1 is somewhat lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers significantly more boot space – 540 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 227 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 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.

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smart #1

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 368 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
BMW 7 Series
smart #1

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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 7 Series
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
smart
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