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Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo Compact Van or smart #3?

Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs smart #3: Key differences

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit lighter

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,265 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is moderately more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Renault Kangoo Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 165 km more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 11.6 s. That’s about 7.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the smart #3 is only slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van tops out at 176 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers considerably more torque with 584 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 314 Nm more.

Kangoo Compact Van

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, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is a bit lighter – 1,493 kg compared to 1,780 kg. The difference is around 287 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers substantially more capacity – up to 4,900 L, about 3,740 L more than the smart #3.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries clearly more – 901 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 451 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 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 £34,700
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smart #3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 325 - 455 km
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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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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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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
22,400 - 37,000 £
Price
34,700 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
270 - 290 km
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,493 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
4,486 - 4,910 mm
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
1,854 - 1,864 mm
Height
1,556 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 4,900 L
Max trunk capacity
1,160 L
Payload
498 - 901 kg
Payload
419 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 122 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 270 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
55 - 90 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the Renault Kangoo Compact Van have?

The Renault Kangoo Compact Van is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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