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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
25500 - 36200 £
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Price
31700 - 45000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh
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Electric Range
303 - 405 km
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Electric Range
310 - 440 km
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Battery Capacity
38.5 - 49.2 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
1720 - 1825 kg
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Curb weight
1780 - 1900 kg
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Trunk capacity
300 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
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Length
4079 mm
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Length
4270 - 4300 mm
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Width
1754 mm
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Width
1822 mm
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Height
1514 mm
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Height
1636 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1005 L
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Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
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Payload
450 - 530 kg
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Payload
425 - 470 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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 258 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
290 - 350 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
135 - 190 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
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
MINI
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Brand
smart
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The MINI Aceman is available as Front-Wheel Drive.