Compare performance (68 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (15,300 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or smart #3?
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 15,300 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,405 £.
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 428 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 10.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers substantially more torque with 584 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 488 Nm more.
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 1,780 kg. The difference is around 656 kg.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
15,300 - 19,300 £
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Price
34,700 - 45,800 £
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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 - 17.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
325 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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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
5
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Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
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Curb weight
1,780 - 1,910 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
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Length
4,400 mm
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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
1,556 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,160 L
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Payload
253 - 332 kg
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Payload
419 - 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, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
68 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
96 Nm
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Torque
343 - 584 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 - 315 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
2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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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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