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BMW i7 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or smart #1?

BMW i7 vs smart #1: Key differences

BMW i7

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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smart #1

  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i7

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 #1 is substantially cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,637 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #1 is marginally more efficient: consuming 18.2 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BMW i7. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 224 km more than the smart #1.

#1

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 BMW i7 offers substantially more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 291 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the smart #1 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers substantially more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 630 Nm more.

i7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, smart #1 is noticeably lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 695 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i7 offers markedly more boot space – 500 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 187 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i7 carries visibly more – 535 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 is far ahead overall 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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i7

BMW i7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 455 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 559 - 624 km
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The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
smart
Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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