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BYD ETP3 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or smart #1?

BYD ETP3 vs smart #1: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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smart #1

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD ETP3 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the smart #1 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,085 £.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 167 km more than the BYD ETP3.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #1 offers substantially more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers clearly more torque with 470 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

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.

Seats: smart #1 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is moderately lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries significantly more – 780 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 355 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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
BYD ETP3
smart #1

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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more 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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BYD ETP3
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
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Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
180 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
smart
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