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Mercedes E Class Wagon vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class Wagon or smart #3?

Mercedes E Class Wagon vs smart #3: Key differences

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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smart #3

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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E Class Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

smart #3 is markedly cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Mercedes E Class Wagon costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,641 £.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 346 km more than the Mercedes E Class Wagon.

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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 Mercedes E Class Wagon offers substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class Wagon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class Wagon delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 366 Nm more.

E Class Wagon

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 #3 is marginally lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers noticeably more boot space – 615 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class Wagon carries markedly more – 645 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon 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 £52,600
E Class Wagon

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km
Mercedes E Class Wagon
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes E Class Wagon

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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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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Mercedes E Class Wagon
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
smart
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