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SEAT Ibiza vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (16,800 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ibiza or smart #1?

SEAT Ibiza vs smart #1: Key differences

SEAT Ibiza

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • barely more trunk space

smart #1

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

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

Ibiza

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SEAT Ibiza is considerably cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the smart #1 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,863 £.

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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 #1 offers considerably more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 278 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the SEAT Ibiza takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers significantly more torque with 584 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 334 Nm more.

Ibiza

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, SEAT Ibiza is considerably lighter – 1,111 kg compared to 1,780 kg. The difference is around 669 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Ibiza offers barely more boot space – 355 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Ibiza carries barely more – 522 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 is clearly superior 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.

from £31,700
#1

smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 310 - 440 km
SEAT Ibiza
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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smart #1

The 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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SEAT Ibiza
smart #1

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,800 - 28,800 £
Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
114 - 128 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,111 - 1,231 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
-
Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
1,636 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
489 - 522 kg
Payload
425 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SEAT
Brand
smart
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