Compare performance (218 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or smart #1?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
smart #1 is slightly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,352 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Mégane is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Renault Mégane offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 452 km, about 12 km more than the smart #1.
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 #1 offers substantially more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the smart #1 is moderately faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers clearly more torque with 584 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 284 Nm more.
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 Mégane is very slightly lighter – 1,719 kg compared to 1,780 kg. The difference is around 61 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Renault Mégane offers slightly more boot space – 389 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,332 L, about 346 L more than the smart #1.
When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries only slightly more – 470 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.
The smart #1 is far ahead overall 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 Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.
detailsThe Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.
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Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
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Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
452 km
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Electric Range
310 - 440 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
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
1,719 kg
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Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
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Trunk capacity
389 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
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Length
4,200 mm
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Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
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Width
1,783 mm
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Width
1,822 mm
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Height
1,505 mm
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Height
1,636 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
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Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
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Payload
446 kg
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Payload
425 - 470 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
218 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
300 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
160 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
2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
smart
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