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BMW X6 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (84,100 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or smart #1?

BMW X6 vs smart #1: Key differences

BMW X6

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

  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly 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

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

smart #1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 84,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,380 £.

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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 BMW X6 offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 257 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the smart #1 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X6 delivers markedly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

X6

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 slightly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X6 offers significantly more boot space – 580 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 267 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries visibly more – 695 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X6 is narrowly 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 £84,100
X6

BMW X6

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
BMW X6
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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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 X6
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
84,100 - 147,300 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
-
co2
188 - 288 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
smart
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