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Mercedes G-Class vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or smart #1?

Mercedes G-Class vs smart #1: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • clearly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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smart #1

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

smart #1 is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,885 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #1 is significantly more efficient: consuming 18.2 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 9.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers a bit more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 79 km more than the smart #1.

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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 Mercedes G-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the smart #1 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 694 Nm more.

G-Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, smart #1 is clearly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 585 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers significantly more boot space – 640 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 327 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries significantly more – 715 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 290 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G-Class sits just 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 £106,600
G-Class

Mercedes G-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
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The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G-Class have?

The Mercedes G-Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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