Compare performance (288 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or smart #3?
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.
Hyundai Tucson has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13808 £.
As for electric range, the smart #3 performs significantly better – achieving up to 455 km, about 385 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
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 #3 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 428 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs slightly better – reaching 204 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: smart #3 pulls distinct stronger with 584 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 205 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is a bit lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1780 kg. The difference is around 238 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers significantly more room – 620 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs evident better – up to 1799 L, which is about 639 L more than the smart #3.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson to a small extent takes the win – 545 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
Overall, the smart #3 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
detailsThe Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20900 - 47900 £
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Price
34700 - 45800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
325 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
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Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
4525 - 4535 mm
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Length
4400 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1844 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Height
1556 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
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Max trunk capacity
1160 L
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
419 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
smart
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.