Compare performance (517 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or smart #1?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
smart #1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,580 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the smart #1 is significantly more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 24 kWh/100km for the BYD Tang. That’s a difference of about 7.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers a bit more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 90 km more than the smart #1.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BYD Tang offers slightly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BYD Tang is barely faster – reaching 190 km/h, while the smart #1 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers moderately more torque with 680 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 96 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BYD Tang offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, smart #1 is considerably lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 850 kg.
Looking at boot space, the smart #1 offers noticeably more boot space – 323 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.
For maximum load capacity, the BYD Tang offers substantially more capacity – up to 1,655 L, about 669 L more than the smart #1.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries moderately more – 575 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
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.
The BYD Tang is a bold, tech-loaded SUV that blends striking design with roomy practicality, making it equally at home on the school run and the open road. Packed with clever tech and a powertrain that mixes efficiency with eager performance, it’s a smart, value-focused pick for buyers who want electric-age comfort without the premium-brand fuss.
detailsThe 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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Price
64,300 £
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Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Electric Range
310 - 440 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,630 kg
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Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
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Length
4,970 mm
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Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
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Width
1,955 mm
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Width
1,822 mm
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Height
1,745 mm
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Height
1,636 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,655 L
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Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
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Payload
575 kg
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Payload
425 - 470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
190 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
680 Nm
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
smart
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