Compare performance (140 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed 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.
Kia Ceed has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11228 £.
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 has a clearly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 288 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 5.80 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: smart #3 pulls significantly stronger with 584 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 331 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, Kia Ceed is distinct lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1780 kg. The difference is around 482 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed offers minimal more room – 395 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.
When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed barely noticeable takes the win – 490 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
The smart #3 sits well ahead of its rival 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.
The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.
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.
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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Price
34700 - 45800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 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
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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
137 - 146 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
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Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
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Length
4400 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1844 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1556 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1160 L
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Payload
419 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol 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
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
smart
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The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.