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CUPRA Raval vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (226 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (22,200 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Raval or smart #1?

CUPRA Raval vs smart #1: Key differences

CUPRA Raval

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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smart #1

  • noticeably more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Raval

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

CUPRA Raval is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the smart #1 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,463 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Raval is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Raval offers slightly more range – reaching up to 445 km, about 45 km more than the smart #1.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #1 offers noticeably more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the CUPRA Raval takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers noticeably more torque with 470 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

Raval

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, CUPRA Raval is slightly lighter – 1,610 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Raval offers visibly more boot space – 441 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Raval carries somewhat more – 475 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Raval 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.

from £22,200
Raval

CUPRA Raval

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 226 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 300 - 445 km
CUPRA Raval
smart #1

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CUPRA Raval

The CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.

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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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CUPRA Raval
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
300 - 445 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
441 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,784 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 475 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
290 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
smart
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