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Ford Transit Courier vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or smart #1?

Ford Transit Courier vs smart #1: Key differences

Ford Transit Courier

  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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smart #1

  • clearly more power
  • a bit more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transit Courier

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.

Ford Transit Courier is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the smart #1 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,050 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Transit Courier is very slightly more efficient: consuming 17.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 75 km more than the Ford Transit Courier.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.

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

Transit Courier

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, Ford Transit Courier is clearly lighter – 1,378 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 522 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Courier carries markedly more – 701 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 276 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 is narrowly 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.

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smart #1

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 368 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
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Ford Transit Courier

The Ford Transit Courier is a compact, city-friendly van that hides surprising practicality behind a neat, no-nonsense exterior. Ideal for small businesses and urban runs, it pairs easy maneuverability and clever load solutions with a colleague-friendly driving position — proof that you don't need a giant van to get big jobs done.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,700 - 31,900 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
325 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 158 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,378 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
529 - 701 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 136 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 100 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Courier have?

The Ford Transit Courier is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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