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BYD Han vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or smart #3?

BYD Han vs smart #3: Key differences

BYD Han

  • considerably more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • noticeably 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

Han

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

smart #3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,169 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is slightly more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BYD Han. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Han offers moderately more range – reaching up to 521 km, about 66 km more than the smart #3.

#3

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 BYD Han offers considerably more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 316 Nm more.

Han

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 #3 is noticeably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 515 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Han offers only slightly more boot space – 410 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries clearly more – 450 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han 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.

from £59,200
Han

BYD Han

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 521 km
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Handsome design, packed with advanced driver‑assist technology and stellar performance — all at an attractive price. Highly recommended, this car!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 kg
Payload
450 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
smart
Is the BYD Han offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Han is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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