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NIO ET7 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET7 or smart #1?

NIO ET7 vs smart #1: Key differences

NIO ET7

  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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smart #1

  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 #1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,209 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #1 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.2 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 184 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 NIO ET7 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the smart #1 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

ET7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, smart #1 is markedly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 534 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET7 offers somewhat more boot space – 363 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 451 - 584 km
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The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
363 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
5,101 mm
Length
-
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 466 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the NIO ET7 have?

The NIO ET7 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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