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Mercedes EQV vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (50,700 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQV or smart #1?

Mercedes EQV vs smart #1: Key differences

Mercedes EQV

  • clearly more trunk space
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smart #1

  • visibly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQV

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 #1 is visibly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Mercedes EQV costs 50,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,042 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #1 is clearly more efficient: consuming 18.2 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQV. That’s a difference of about 8.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 36 km more than the Mercedes EQV.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #1 offers significantly more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mercedes EQV takes 10.3 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers noticeably more torque with 470 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm more.

EQV

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.

Seats: Mercedes EQV offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, smart #1 is clearly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,666 kg. The difference is around 766 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQV offers clearly more boot space – 1,410 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 1,097 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQV carries clearly more – 834 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 409 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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smart #1

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 368 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
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Mercedes EQV

The Mercedes EQV is a serene electric people‑mover that wraps practical interior space in true Mercedes luxury, turning long trips into a first‑class commute. It’s perfect for families and executives who want silent, comfortable transport with a premium feel, and it manages to be both sensible and a little bit smug in the best possible way.

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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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smart #1

Costs and Consumption
Price
50,700 - 54,400 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
244 - 364 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,666 - 2,863 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
1,030 - 1,410 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
5,140 - 5,370 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,920 - 1,923 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 - 5,010 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
637 - 834 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
365 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes EQV have?

The Mercedes EQV is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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