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Kia Picanto vs smart #3 comparison
Compare performance (68 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or smart #3?
Kia Picanto vs smart #3: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Picanto
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 Picanto is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,914 £.
#3
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 offers considerably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 8.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers substantially more torque with 384 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 288 Nm more.
Picanto
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is considerably lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 686 kg.
Looking at boot space, the smart #3 offers markedly more boot space – 370 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.
When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries visibly more – 450 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The smart #3 is far ahead overall 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.
£41,991
smart #3
Kia Picanto
smart #3
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Kia Picanto
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 #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 Picanto
smart #3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
455 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
126 - 134 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
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
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Curb weight
1,810 kg
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Trunk capacity
255 L
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,595 mm
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Width
1,844 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
253 - 332 kg
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Payload
450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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, Automated Manual
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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
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Power HP
68 HP
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Power HP
272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
96 Nm
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Torque
384 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
50 kW
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Power kW
200 kW
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Engine capacity
998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
smart
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