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Kia Niro vs smart #3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 34700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or smart #3?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 Niro has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the smart #3 costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 5571 £.

As for range, the smart #3 performs decisively better – achieving up to 455 km, about 393 km more than the Kia Niro.

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Engine and Performance:

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 convincingly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 248 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 6.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs minimal better – reaching 185 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: smart #3 pulls significantly stronger with 584 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 319 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Niro is distinct lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1780 kg. The difference is around 306 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers to a small extent more room – 451 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs a bit better – up to 1445 L, which is about 285 L more than the smart #3.

When it comes to payload, Kia Niro slight takes the win – 466 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the smart #3 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,700
#3 @ smart Europe GmbH

smart #3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.3 - 17.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 325 - 455 km
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Kia Niro

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The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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smart #3

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
34700 - 45800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4400 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1844 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1556 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1160 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
419 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
smart

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Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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