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Lucid Air vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (1,251 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (72,900 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lucid Air or smart #3?

Lucid Air vs smart #3: Key differences

Lucid Air

  • significantly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

smart #3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,700 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,152 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is markedly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers considerably more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 427 km more than the smart #3.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lucid Air offers significantly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 823 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the smart #3 takes 3.7 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is considerably faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 150 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers clearly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 1,356 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is a bit lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers considerably more boot space – 627 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 257 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries noticeably more – 588 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 138 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air is clearly superior 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 £72,900
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Lucid Air

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 442 - 1,251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 694 - 882 km
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Lucid Air

The Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.

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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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Handsome design, packed with advanced driver‑assist technology and stellar performance — all at an attractive price. Highly recommended, this car!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Price
34,700 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
627 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Height
1,556 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,160 L
Payload
430 - 588 kg
Payload
419 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lucid
Brand
smart
Is the Lucid Air offered with different drivetrains?

The Lucid Air is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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