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Mercedes S-Class vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S-Class or smart #3?

Mercedes S-Class vs smart #3: Key differences

Mercedes S-Class

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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smart #3

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • slightly 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

S-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

smart #3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,028 £.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 337 km more than the Mercedes S-Class.

#3

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 Mercedes S-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 363 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes S-Class delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 466 Nm more.

S-Class

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 slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes S-Class offers clearly more boot space – 530 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries visibly more – 660 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 is decisively ahead 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.

£41,991
#3

smart #3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 455 km
Mercedes S-Class
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes S-Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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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 S-Class
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
50 - 252 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 660 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
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
smart
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