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smart #1 vs Lynk & Co 02 comparison

Compare performance (428 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 30,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #1 or Lynk & Co 02?

smart #1 vs Lynk & Co 02: Key differences

smart #1

  • markedly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter

Lynk & Co 02

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  • marginally cheaper
  • marginally more electric range
  • noticeably more trunk space

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Lynk & Co 02 is marginally cheaper – starting at 30,900 £ , while the smart #1 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 853 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #1 is barely more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 17.1 kWh/100km for the Lynk & Co 02. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lynk & Co 02 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 445 km, about 5 km more than the smart #1.

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Engine and Performance:

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 markedly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 156 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 Lynk & Co 02 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers significantly more torque with 584 Nm compared to 323 Nm. That’s about 261 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, smart #1 is marginally lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 1,895 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lynk & Co 02 offers noticeably more boot space – 410 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Lynk & Co 02 offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,349 L, about 363 L more than the smart #1.

When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries visibly more – 470 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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
smart #1
Lynk & Co 02

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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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Lynk & Co 02

The Lynk & Co 02 wears its attitude like a leather jacket—bold styling and a youthful cabin that punches above its class, appealing to buyers who want personality as well as practicality. It's a genuinely engaging compact with everyday usability, offering enough flair and refinement to stand out in a crowded market without trying too hard.

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smart #1
Lynk & Co 02

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
Price
30,900 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Electric Range
435 - 445 km
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
Curb weight
1,895 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
Length
4,460 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
1,636 mm
Height
1,573 mm
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Max trunk capacity
1,349 L
Payload
425 - 470 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Torque
323 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
Lynk & Co
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