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Ford Ranger vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or smart #3?

Ford Ranger vs smart #3: Key differences

Ford Ranger

  • barely more power
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

smart #3 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,448 £.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 413 km more than the Ford Ranger.

#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 Ford Ranger offers barely more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers considerably more torque with 697 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 313 Nm more.

Ranger

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is clearly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 595 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries clearly more – 989 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 539 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 is far ahead overall 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.

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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
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Handsome design, packed with advanced driver‑assist technology and stellar performance — all at an attractive price. Highly recommended, this car!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the Ford Ranger have?

The Ford Ranger is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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