Deutschland
France
Nederland
Great Britain
Sverige
Danmark
Suomi
Italia
Polska
Česko
EspañaVS
Lexus NX vs smart #3 comparison
Compare performance (292 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or smart #3?
Lexus NX 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.
NX
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
smart #3 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,037 £.
As for electric range, the smart #3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 383 km more than the Lexus NX.
#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 Lexus NX offers marginally more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
NX
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, Lexus NX is only slightly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lexus NX offers markedly more boot space – 545 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries a bit more – 515 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The smart #3 is decisively ahead 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
Lexus NX
smart #3
Costs and Consumption
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Engine and Performance
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Dimensions and Body
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Lexus NX
The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.
details
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.
details
Lexus NX
smart #3
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
|
Price
42,000 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
|
|
Electric Range
72 km
|
Electric Range
455 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
65 - 134 g/km
|
co2
0 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
SUV
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
-
|
|
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
|
Curb weight
1,810 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
545 L
|
Trunk capacity
370 L
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
-
|
|
Width
1,865 mm
|
Width
1,844 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
-
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
|
Payload
475 - 515 kg
|
Payload
450 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
|
Engine Type
Electric
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
CVT
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
|
Power HP
272 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
-
|
|
Torque
-
|
Torque
384 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
|
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
|
Power kW
200 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
|
Engine capacity
-
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2025
|
Model Year
2025
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
|
Brand
Lexus
|
Brand
smart
|
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved.
The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.