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BYD ETP3 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 31,700 £ ) 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

  • very slightly cheaper
  • marginally lighter

smart #1

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range

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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the smart #1 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 85 £.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 440 km, about 207 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 428 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the smart #1 is considerably faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers clearly more torque with 584 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 404 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 marginally lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 1,780 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the BYD ETP3 offers significantly more capacity – up to 3,500 L, about 2,514 L more than the smart #1.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries noticeably more – 780 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 310 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.

from £31,700
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smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 310 - 440 km
BYD ETP3
smart #1

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Dimensions and Body

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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
31,700 - 45,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
1,636 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
780 kg
Payload
425 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
smart
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