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Kia Picanto vs smart #1 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (68 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (15300 £ vs 31700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or smart #1?

Kia Picanto

5 (1 Reviews)
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smart #1

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Picanto @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Picanto has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15300 £, while the smart #1 costs 31700 £. That’s a price difference of around 16405 £.

#1 @ smart Europe GmbH

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 #1 has a significantly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.60 s. That’s about 10.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the smart #1 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Kia Picanto tops out at 162 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: smart #1 pulls clearly stronger with 584 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 488 Nm difference.

Picanto @ Kia Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Picanto is decisively lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1780 kg. The difference is around 656 kg.

In terms of boot space, the smart #1 offers noticeable more room – 323 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Picanto performs slight better – up to 1010 L, which is about 24 L more than the smart #1.

When it comes to payload, smart #1 distinct takes the win – 470 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 138 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the smart #1 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £31,700
#1 @ smart Europe GmbH

smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 310 - 440 km
Kia Picanto
smart #1

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Kia Picanto

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Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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smart #1

The 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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Kia Picanto
smart #1
Picanto @ Kia Corporation
#1 @ smart Europe GmbH

Costs and Consumption

Price
15300 - 19300 £
Price
31700 - 45000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
127 - 135 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1124 - 1131 kg
Curb weight
1780 - 1900 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
3605 mm
Length
4270 - 4300 mm
Width
1595 mm
Width
1822 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1636 mm
Max trunk capacity
1010 L
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
425 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 162 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
smart
What drive types are available for the Kia Picanto?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.