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Lexus RX vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or smart #1?

Lexus RX vs smart #1: Key differences

Lexus RX

  • visibly more trunk space

smart #1

  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

smart #1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,595 £.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 440 km, about 373 km more than the Lexus RX.

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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 #1 offers somewhat more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers only slightly more torque with 584 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 33 Nm more.

RX

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, smart #1 is a bit lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers visibly more boot space – 461 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries markedly more – 620 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 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.

from £31,700
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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/100km
  • Electric Range : 310 - 440 km
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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
-
Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
1,636 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
425 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
smart
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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