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smart #1 vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (368 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #1 or NIO EL7?

smart #1 vs NIO EL7: Key differences

smart #1

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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NIO EL7

  • clearly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

#1

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.

smart #1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,637 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #1 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18.2 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 3.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 101 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 NIO EL7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the smart #1 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

#1

Space and Everyday Use:

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, smart #1 is markedly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 521 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers substantially more boot space – 570 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 257 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL7 carries very slightly more – 469 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 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.

from £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 384 - 501 km
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The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
313 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
-
Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
425 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
368 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
470 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
271 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
NIO
What drive types are available for the smart #1?

The smart #1 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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