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smart #1 vs Renault R4 comparison

Compare performance (428 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #1 or Renault R4?

smart #1 vs Renault R4: Key differences

smart #1

  • clearly more power
  • barely more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

Renault R4

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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • significantly more trunk space

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault R4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the smart #1 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,505 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault R4 is moderately more efficient: consuming 14.2 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers barely more range – reaching up to 440 km, about 31 km more than the Renault R4.

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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 clearly 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 Renault R4 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the smart #1 is moderately faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault R4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers clearly more torque with 584 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 339 Nm more.

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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, Renault R4 is moderately lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,780 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault R4 offers significantly more boot space – 1,045 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 722 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault R4 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,405 L, about 419 L more than the smart #1.

When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries barely more – 470 kg compared to 443 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 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 £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
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The Renault R4, affectionately known as the "R4," is a quintessential symbol of French automotive simplicity and practicality. This classic compact car, originally introduced in the early 1960s, won over numerous enthusiasts with its versatile design and dependable performance. Its no-frills charm and robust build made it a beloved choice for rural drivers and city dwellers alike, cementing its status as an iconic piece of automotive history.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
Price
25,200 - 31,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Electric Range
308 - 409 km
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
Curb weight
1,485 - 1,537 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Trunk capacity
420 - 1,045 L
Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
Length
4,144 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,808 mm
Height
1,636 mm
Height
1,552 mm
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Max trunk capacity
1,405 L
Payload
425 - 470 kg
Payload
385 - 443 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
150 km/h
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the smart #1?

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

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