Compare performance (170 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Master Transporter or smart #3?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Renault Master Transporter is barely cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,344 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 22.6 kWh/100km for the Renault Master Transporter. That’s a difference of about 6.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the smart #3 offers barely more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 7 km more than the Renault Master Transporter.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the smart #3 offers visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 102 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 Master Transporter takes 13.5 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers marginally more torque with 384 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 4 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: smart #3 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.
In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,128 kg. The difference is around 318 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Transporter carries considerably more – 1,846 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,396 kg.
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.
The Renault Master is a pragmatic workhorse that swallows cargo with an unbothered grin, offering clever practicality and load-friendly packaging for tradespeople and fleet buyers. It won’t excite like a sports car, but it steers predictably, runs economically and gets the job done day after day — like a reliable colleague who never calls in sick.
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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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Price
38,600 - 54,600 £
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Price
42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 12.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 - 25.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
177 - 448 km
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Electric Range
455 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 318 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
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
3
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,128 - 2,598 kg
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Curb weight
1,810 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
2,080 mm
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Width
1,844 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
902 - 1,846 kg
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Payload
450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 170 HP
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Power HP
272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Torque
384 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 125 kW
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Power kW
200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
smart
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