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Nissan Interstar vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (34,900 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or smart #1?

Nissan Interstar vs smart #1: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

smart #1

  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • a bit lighter

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

Interstar

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 moderately cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 34,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,230 £.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 440 km, about 30 km more than the Nissan Interstar.

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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 offers clearly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the smart #1 is marginally faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Nissan Interstar tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers markedly more torque with 584 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 204 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Nissan Interstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, smart #1 is a bit lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 273 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Interstar offers substantially more capacity – up to 13,000 L, about 12,014 L more than the smart #1.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries considerably more – 1,447 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 977 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 is barely ahead 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 £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/100km
  • Electric Range : 310 - 440 km
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The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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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
34,900 - 55,700 £
Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
175 - 410 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
0 - 195 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,535 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
5,685 - 6,315 mm
Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
2,498 mm
Height
1,636 mm
Max trunk capacity
10,800 - 13,000 L
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
965 - 1,447 kg
Payload
425 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
105 - 170 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
115 - 177 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
77 - 125 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
smart
Is the Nissan Interstar offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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