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smart #1 vs NIO EL7 comparison
Compare performance (428 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #1 or NIO EL7?
#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 31,700 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,637 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the smart #1 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 5.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 61 km more than the smart #1.
EL7
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 noticeably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.9 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
Looking at top speed, the NIO EL7 is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the smart #1 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 266 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 – 1,780 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 641 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers substantially more boot space – 570 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 247 L.
For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL7 offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,545 L, about 559 L more than the smart #1.
When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries very slightly more – 470 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 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.
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NIO EL7
smart #1
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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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NIO EL7
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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smart #1
NIO EL7
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
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Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
310 - 440 km
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 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
1,780 - 1,900 kg
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Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
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Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
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Length
4,912 mm
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Width
1,822 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
1,636 mm
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Height
1,720 mm
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Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
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Payload
425 - 470 kg
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Payload
449 - 469 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
smart
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Brand
NIO
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