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MINI Aceman vs smart #1 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (258 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (25500 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Aceman or smart #1?

MINI Aceman

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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smart #1

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

Aceman

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MINI Aceman has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25500 £ , while the smart #1 costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6248 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the MINI Aceman: with 14 kWh per 100 km, it’s distinct more efficient than the smart #1 with 16.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the smart #1 performs minimal better – achieving up to 440 km, about 35 km more than the MINI Aceman.

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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 smart #1 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 428 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the MINI Aceman takes 6.40 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Aceman performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the smart #1 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: smart #1 pulls convincingly stronger with 584 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 234 Nm difference.

Aceman

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 curb weight, MINI Aceman is barely noticeable lighter – 1720 kg compared to 1780 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

In terms of boot space, the smart #1 offers minimal more room – 323 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Aceman performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1005 L, which is about 19 L more than the smart #1.

When it comes to payload, MINI Aceman slightly takes the win – 530 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race?

The smart #1 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
smart #1 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £31,700
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smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 310 - 440 km
MINI Aceman
smart #1

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MINI Aceman

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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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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MINI Aceman
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
25500 - 36200 £
Price
31700 - 45000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh
Electric Range
303 - 405 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
38.5 - 49.2 kWh
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1720 - 1825 kg
Curb weight
1780 - 1900 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
4079 mm
Length
4270 - 4300 mm
Width
1754 mm
Width
1822 mm
Height
1514 mm
Height
1636 mm
Max trunk capacity
1005 L
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
450 - 530 kg
Payload
425 - 470 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 258 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
smart
Is the MINI Aceman offered with different drivetrains?

The MINI Aceman is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.