Compare performance (609 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (38600 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or smart #1?
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.
smart #1 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31700 £ , while the Kia EV6 costs 38600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6857 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV6: with 15.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the smart #1 with 16.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the Kia EV6 performs evident better – achieving up to 582 km, about 142 km more than the smart #1.
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 Kia EV6 has a evident edge – offering 609 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 181 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the smart #1 takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the smart #1 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 770 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 186 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, smart #1 is minimal lighter – 1780 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia EV6 offers evident more room – 490 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV6 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1290 L, which is about 304 L more than the smart #1.
When it comes to payload, smart #1 slight takes the win – 470 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The Kia EV6 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV6 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.
detailsThe Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.
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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Price
31700 - 45000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Electric Range
310 - 440 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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co2
0 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
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
1955 - 2220 kg
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Curb weight
1780 - 1900 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
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Length
4695 mm
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Length
4270 - 4300 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Width
1822 mm
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Height
1636 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
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Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Payload
425 - 470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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 EV6 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.