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Jeep Compass vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or smart #3?

Jeep Compass vs smart #3: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • barely more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Jeep Compass is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,791 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the Jeep Compass. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Jeep Compass offers barely more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 45 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 smart #3 offers moderately more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers moderately more torque with 384 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 39 Nm more.

Compass

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, Jeep Compass is marginally lighter – 1,667 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 143 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers clearly more boot space – 550 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Compass carries very slightly more – 473 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 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.

£41,991
#3

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
Jeep Compass
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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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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Jeep Compass
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 127 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 473 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Jeep
Brand
smart
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