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Polestar 4 vs smart #3 comparison
Compare performance (544 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or smart #3?
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Costs and Efficiency:
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.
smart #3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,700 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,352 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 165 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 Polestar 4 offers visibly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Polestar 4 is marginally faster – 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: the Polestar 4 delivers a bit more torque with 686 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 102 Nm more.
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Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is markedly lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 450 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers markedly more boot space – 526 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,536 L, about 376 L more than the smart #3.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 4 carries marginally more – 455 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 4 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £53,100
Polestar 4
Polestar 4
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Polestar 4
The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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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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Polestar 4
smart #3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Price
34,700 - 45,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Electric Range
325 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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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
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Curb weight
1,780 - 1,910 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
4,840 mm
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Length
4,400 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Width
1,844 mm
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Height
1,534 mm
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Height
1,556 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,160 L
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Payload
455 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
343 - 686 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
200 - 400 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
2,024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Polestar
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Brand
smart
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