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Nissan Ariya vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (435 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (54,800 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or smart #3?

Nissan Ariya vs smart #3: Key differences

Nissan Ariya

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  • visibly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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smart #3

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • clearly 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

Ariya

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 Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,857 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is substantially more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 24.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 8.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 38 km more than the Nissan Ariya.

#3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Ariya offers visibly more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers noticeably more torque with 600 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 216 Nm more.

Ariya

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 clearly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 467 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers somewhat more boot space – 415 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries somewhat more – 450 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Ariya has only a minor advantage 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.

£54,848
Ariya

Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 km
Nissan Ariya
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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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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Nissan Ariya
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,800 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
415 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
363 kg
Payload
450 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
600 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
320 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
smart
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