Compare performance (326 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or smart #3?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
CUPRA Born has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Born: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the smart #3 with 16.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.40 kWh.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Born performs evident better – achieving up to 594 km, about 139 km more than the smart #3.
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 has a noticeable edge – offering 428 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.60 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: smart #3 pulls minimal stronger with 584 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 39 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, smart #3 is slight lighter – 1780 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 48 kg.
In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Born offers hardly perceptible more room – 385 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.
In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Born performs barely noticeable better – up to 1267 L, which is about 107 L more than the smart #3.
When it comes to payload, CUPRA Born minimal takes the win – 452 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.
The smart #3 holds a narrow 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 CUPRA Born blends sharp, athletic styling with a playful electric character, delivering hatchback agility and hot-hatch attitude whether you're darting through the city or cruising the open road. Inside, the cabin punches above its weight with smart materials and practical space, making it a compelling pick for buyers who want electric motoring without surrendering the grin.
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
34700 - 45300 £
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Price
34700 - 45800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh
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Electric Range
427 - 594 km
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Electric Range
325 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
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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
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
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Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
4324 mm
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Length
4400 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Width
1844 mm
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Height
1540 mm
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Height
1556 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Max trunk capacity
1160 L
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Payload
431 - 452 kg
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Payload
419 - 450 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 326 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
265 - 545 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
150 - 240 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
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
smart
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The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.