Compare performance (288 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (40300 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG Marvel R or smart #3?
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 #3 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £ , while the MG Marvel R costs 40300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5572 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the smart #3: with 16.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the MG Marvel R with 19.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.10 kWh.
As for electric range, the smart #3 performs slightly better – achieving up to 455 km, about 53 km more than the MG Marvel R.
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 smart #3 has a noticeable edge – offering 428 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the MG Marvel R takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the MG Marvel R performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: MG Marvel R pulls to a small extent stronger with 665 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 81 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, smart #3 is slight lighter – 1780 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.
In terms of boot space, the smart #3 offers minimal more room – 370 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MG Marvel R performs to a small extent better – up to 1396 L, which is about 236 L more than the smart #3.
When it comes to payload, MG Marvel R minimal takes the win – 478 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.
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.
The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.
detailsThe 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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Price
40300 - 43700 £
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Price
34700 - 45800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh
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Electric Range
370 - 402 km
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Electric Range
325 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
66.10 kWh
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1810 - 1920 kg
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Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
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Trunk capacity
357 L
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
4674 mm
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Length
4400 mm
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Width
1919 mm
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Width
1844 mm
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Height
1613 mm
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Height
1556 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1396 L
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Max trunk capacity
1160 L
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Payload
453 - 478 kg
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Payload
419 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
180 - 288 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
410 - 665 Nm
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
132 - 212 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2021
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
MG
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Brand
smart
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The MG Marvel R is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.