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Jaguar I-Pace vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (79,200 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar I-Pace or smart #3?

Jaguar I-Pace vs smart #3: Key differences

Jaguar I-Pace

3.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly 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

I-Pace

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Jaguar I-Pace costs 79,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,209 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is substantially more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 25.2 kWh/100km for the Jaguar I-Pace. That’s a difference of about 8.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Jaguar I-Pace offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 469 km, about 14 km more than the smart #3.

#3

Engine and Performance:

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 Jaguar I-Pace offers noticeably more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar I-Pace is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar I-Pace delivers considerably more torque with 696 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 312 Nm more.

I-Pace

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is visibly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,226 kg. The difference is around 416 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers substantially more boot space – 638 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries only slightly more – 450 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar I-Pace 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 £79,200
I-Pace

Jaguar I-Pace

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 400 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 25.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 469 km
Jaguar I-Pace
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Jaguar I-Pace

The Jaguar I-Pace pairs instantaneous electric shove with graceful, feline looks, so it never feels like you're piloting a refrigerator with style. Inside it serves proper Jaguar luxury and clever packaging, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want EV convenience without losing personality.

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smart #3

The 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.

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Jaguar I-Pace
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
79,200 - 85,500 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
25.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
469 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
84.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,226 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
638 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
4,682 mm
Length
-
Width
2,011 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
1,566 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,453 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
444 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
400 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
696 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
294 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
smart
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