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smart #1 vs Rolls-Royce Wraith comparison

Compare performance (368 HP vs 600 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 248,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #1 or Rolls-Royce Wraith?

smart #1 vs Rolls-Royce Wraith: Key differences

smart #1

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Rolls-Royce Wraith

  • noticeably more power
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

smart #1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Wraith costs 248,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 207,369 £.

Wraith

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 Rolls-Royce Wraith offers noticeably more power – delivering 600 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.9 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Wraith delivers considerably more torque with 900 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 430 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.

Seats: smart #1 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, smart #1 is clearly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Rolls-Royce Wraith offers visibly more boot space – 470 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

When it comes to payload, the Rolls-Royce Wraith carries only slightly more – 450 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 is clearly superior 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.

£40,705
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smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 368 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 400 km
smart #1
Rolls-Royce Wraith

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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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Rolls-Royce Wraith

The Wraith embodies a perfect blend of luxury and performance, making it a standout in the world of grand tourers. With its striking silhouette and opulent interior, this masterpiece from Rolls-Royce invites drivers to indulge in an unparalleled experience. Every journey in the Wraith is a celebration of bespoke craftsmanship and exhilarating power, ensuring that it remains an unforgettable presence on the road.

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smart #1
Rolls-Royce Wraith

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,700 £
Price
248,100 - 288,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
357 - 365 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
83 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,440 kg
Trunk capacity
313 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
5,269 - 5,285 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Height
-
Height
1,507 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
370 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
368 HP
Power HP
600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
470 Nm
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
271 kW
Power kW
441 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
6,592 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
smart
Brand
Rolls-Royce
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