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Nissan Ariya vs smart #3 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Nissan Ariya or smart #3 fits your lifestyle better.

Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

smart #3 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the Nissan Ariya costs 37300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2572 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the smart #3: with 16.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Nissan Ariya with 17.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.40 kWh.

As for range, the Nissan Ariya performs slightly better – achieving up to 531 km, about 76 km more than the smart #3.

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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 Nissan Ariya has a minimal edge – offering 435 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 7 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 Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Ariya performs minimal 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: Nissan Ariya pulls barely noticeable stronger with 600 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 16 Nm difference.

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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, smart #3 is to a small extent lighter – 1780 kg compared to 1980 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers noticeable more room – 468 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Ariya performs to a small extent better – up to 1350 L, which is about 190 L more than the smart #3.

When it comes to payload, smart #3 slight takes the win – 450 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Ariya proves to be has the upper hand and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Ariya is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Nissan Ariya
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Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.7 - 24.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 402 - 531 km
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Nissan Ariya

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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

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
37300 - 54800 £
Price
34700 - 45800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh
Electric Range
402 - 531 km
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 87 kWh
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1980 - 2277 kg
Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
4595 mm
Length
4400 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1844 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1556 mm
Max trunk capacity
1280 - 1350 L
Max trunk capacity
1160 L
Payload
363 - 420 kg
Payload
419 - 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 435 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 600 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 - 320 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2022 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
smart

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What drivetrain options does the Nissan Ariya have?

The Nissan Ariya is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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