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Ford Transit Courier vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or smart #3?

Ford Transit Courier vs smart #3: Key differences

Ford Transit Courier

  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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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

Transit Courier

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.

Ford Transit Courier is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,336 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Courier. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 130 km more than the Ford Transit Courier.

#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 136 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers noticeably more torque with 384 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 94 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 markedly lighter – 1,378 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 432 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Courier carries clearly more – 701 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 251 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Courier sits just 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.

from £20,700
Transit Courier

Ford Transit Courier

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 100 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 325 km
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5 (1 Reviews)
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Ronny
16 Oct 2025, 13:10:59

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
20,700 - 31,900 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
325 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 158 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,378 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
529 - 701 kg
Payload
450 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 136 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 100 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
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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