Compare performance (156 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or smart #3?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Citroen C4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,300 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the smart #3 offers barely more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 28 km more than the Citroen C4.
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 smart #3 offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers markedly more torque with 384 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 114 Nm more.
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, Citroen C4 is noticeably lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 407 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers visibly more boot space – 510 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries very slightly more – 450 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.
The Citroen C4 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.
Citroën C4 wears its French eccentricity with confidence, pairing bold, sculpted styling with a supremely comfortable ride that turns mundane commutes into a gentler affair. If you value relaxed comfort, clever practicality and a car with personality rather than pretence, the C4 is a charming, sensible choice — and it won't make you miss the usual hot‑hatch theatrics.
detailsThe Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.
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Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
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Price
42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
455 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 108 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
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
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Curb weight
1,810 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
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Width
1,844 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
384 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
smart
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