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Nissan Leaf vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (217 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Leaf or smart #3?

Nissan Leaf vs smart #3: Key differences

Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • moderately more trunk space
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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

Leaf

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Leaf is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,177 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is moderately more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers clearly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 169 km more than the smart #3.

#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 smart #3 offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers only slightly more torque with 384 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 29 Nm more.

Leaf

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 terms of curb weight, smart #3 is barely lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Leaf offers moderately more boot space – 437 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 67 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries only slightly more – 450 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf 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.

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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 km
Nissan Leaf
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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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 Leaf
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 624 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
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
437 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
441 - 444 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
smart
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