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Fiat 500 vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or smart #3?

Fiat 500 vs smart #3: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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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

500

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat 500 is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,857 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is visibly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 124 km more than the Fiat 500.

#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 smart #3 offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers considerably more torque with 384 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm more.

500

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.

Seats: smart #3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is considerably lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 680 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #3 offers substantially more boot space – 370 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 185 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries clearly more – 450 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 is decisively 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.

£41,991
#3

smart #3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 455 km
Fiat 500
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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smart #3

The 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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Fiat 500
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
smart
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