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Kia EV3 vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or smart #3?

Kia EV3 vs smart #3: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • moderately more trunk space
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat 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

EV3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia EV3 is marginally cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,809 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 572 km, about 117 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 marginally more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 6.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers marginally more torque with 385 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 1 Nm more.

EV3

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, smart #3 is somewhat lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers moderately more boot space – 413 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 has only a minor advantage 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 £40,200
EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 265 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 572 km
Kia EV3
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia EV3

The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.

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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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Kia EV3
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
572 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,995 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
413 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 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
265 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
385 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
195 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
smart
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