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Ford Capri vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (36,300 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Capri or smart #1?

Ford Capri vs smart #1: Key differences

Ford Capri

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  • noticeably more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • significantly more trunk space
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smart #1

  • moderately cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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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

Capri

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

smart #1 is moderately cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Ford Capri costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,637 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Capri is noticeably more efficient: consuming 13.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Capri offers visibly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 187 km more than the smart #1.

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Engine and Performance:

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 #1 offers noticeably more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 88 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 Ford Capri takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Capri delivers somewhat more torque with 679 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

Capri

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, smart #1 is slightly lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 2,001 kg. The difference is around 221 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Capri offers significantly more boot space – 572 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 249 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Capri carries moderately more – 587 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 117 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Capri comes out modestly 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.

from £36,300
Capri

Ford Capri

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 439 - 627 km
Ford Capri
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Capri

The Ford Capri turned the family car into something cheekily sporty, with a long, rakish profile that still promises fun at a glance. Today it lives on as a lovable classic — easy to tinker with, enjoyable to drive and guaranteed to raise smiles at any meet.

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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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Ford Capri
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,300 - 50,900 £
Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
439 - 627 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,001 - 2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
572 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
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Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
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Height
1,636 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
559 - 587 kg
Payload
425 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
smart
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