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BMW X2 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (41,700 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X2 or smart #1?

BMW X2 vs smart #1: Key differences

BMW X2

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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smart #1

  • barely cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

X2

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

smart #1 is barely cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the BMW X2 costs 41,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 952 £.

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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 smart #1 offers moderately more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the BMW X2 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers somewhat more torque with 470 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

X2

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, BMW X2 is slightly lighter – 1,645 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X2 offers clearly more boot space – 560 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 247 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X2 carries moderately more – 510 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 is decisively 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.

£40,705
#1

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
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The BMW X2 feels like a sporty coupe dressed as an SUV, with sharp styling and a cheeky, youthful attitude that stands out in traffic. Inside it's driver-focused and compact but smartly packaged, perfect for city life and buyers who want BMW flair without the usual SUV bulk.

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Excellent, very attractive car. Drives superbly. I previously had the XC40 — that was fine, but the BMW suits me better in pretty much every respect.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,700 - 59,600 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.7 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
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Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 174 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,645 - 1,780 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 510 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 400 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the BMW X2 have?

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

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