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smart #1 vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (368 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #1 or Suzuki Vitara?

smart #1 vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

smart #1

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (9 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Suzuki Vitara is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the smart #1 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,134 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Suzuki Vitara is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Suzuki Vitara offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 26 km more than the smart #1.

Vitara

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 considerably more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers markedly more torque with 470 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 163 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is clearly lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 645 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers somewhat more boot space – 375 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 425 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 is barely ahead 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
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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smart #1
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,700 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
313 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
368 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
470 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
271 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
smart
Brand
Suzuki
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