Compare performance (8 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (6800 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Rocks Electric or smart #3?
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.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 6800 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27857 £.
As for electric range, the smart #3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 455 km, about 380 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.
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 has a clearly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 420 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: smart #3 pulls clearly stronger with 584 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 544 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: smart #3 offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is convincingly lighter – 558 kg compared to 1780 kg. The difference is around 1222 kg.
In terms of boot space, the smart #3 offers clearly more room – 370 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 307 L.
When it comes to payload, smart #3 clearly takes the win – 450 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 308 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric leads convincingly 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.
The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
6800 - 7500 £
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Price
34700 - 45800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
325 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
-
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Length
4400 mm
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Width
1388 mm
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Width
1844 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1556 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1160 L
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Payload
142 kg
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Payload
419 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
40 Nm
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
smart
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The Vauxhall Rocks Electric is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.