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Hyundai i10 vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (14,600 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i10 or smart #3?

Hyundai i10 vs smart #3: Key differences

Hyundai i10

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

i10

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i10 is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,429 £.

#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 considerably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 182 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 Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers clearly more torque with 384 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 212 Nm more.

i10

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i10 is significantly lighter – 996 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 814 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #3 offers clearly more boot space – 370 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries marginally more – 450 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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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Hyundai i10

The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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Reviews Hyundai i10

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Theo
9 Dec 2025, 19:15:09

Ideal A/B-class car. It has the price of a good A-class but the size and presence of a B-segment car. The annoying thing is that only a bike rack is allowed on the towbar (on my i10 from 2020 — the 2nd generation already after 2015). I’m still waiting for an iX10 version: a bit taller but otherwise the same.

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Reviews smart #3

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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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smart #3

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 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
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Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 - 124 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
252 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Length
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Width
1,680 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
344 - 423 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i10 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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