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Nissan Interstar vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or smart #3?

Nissan Interstar vs smart #3: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • slightly cheaper
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • slightly 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

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.

Nissan Interstar is slightly cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,832 £.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 45 km more than the Nissan Interstar.

#3

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 #3 offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers marginally more torque with 384 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 4 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: smart #3 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 243 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries significantly more – 1,447 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 997 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 is clearly ahead overall 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.

£41,991
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smart #3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 455 km
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Nissan Interstar

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 #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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Reviews smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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Ronny
16 Oct 2025, 13:10:59

Handsome design, packed with advanced driver‑assist technology and stellar performance — all at an attractive price. Highly recommended, this car!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
450 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
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
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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