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Renault Captur vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Captur or smart #3?

Renault Captur vs smart #3: Key differences

Renault Captur

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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smart #3

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

Captur

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Captur is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,606 £.

#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 158 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers markedly more torque with 384 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 119 Nm more.

Captur

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, Renault Captur is clearly lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 487 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Captur offers moderately more boot space – 422 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Captur carries only slightly more – 453 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 is decisively 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.

£41,991
#3

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
Renault Captur
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Renault Captur

The Renault Captur is a stylish and practical compact crossover that combines a high seating position and easy manoeuvrability with a comfortable, well‑equipped cabin. Its flexible interior layout and modern infotainment make it a sensible, polished choice for city drivers and small families.

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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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Renault Captur
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,400 - 28,600 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,323 - 1,441 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
447 - 453 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
smart
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