Compare performance (177 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Fabia 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.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Skoda Fabia is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,686 £.
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 noticeably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers noticeably more torque with 384 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 134 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is considerably lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 667 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Fabia offers barely more boot space – 380 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries marginally more – 450 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
The smart #3 comes out modestly 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.
The Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.
detailsThe 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
17,300 - 30,500 £
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Price
42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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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
112 - 126 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
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Curb weight
1,810 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,780 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
402 - 437 kg
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Payload
450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Power HP
272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 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
93 - 250 Nm
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Torque
384 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Power kW
200 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
smart
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