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smart #3 vs Bentley Continental Convertible comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 212,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Bentley Continental Convertible?

smart #3 vs Bentley Continental Convertible: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Bentley Continental Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

smart #3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Bentley Continental Convertible costs 212,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 170,237 £.

Continental Convertible

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Bentley Continental Convertible offers substantially more power – delivering 549 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 277 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Continental Convertible is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Continental Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 386 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 #3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is markedly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 525 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #3 offers noticeably more boot space – 370 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

When it comes to payload, the Bentley Continental Convertible carries marginally more – 465 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 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.

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smart #3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 455 km
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Reviews smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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Ronny
16 Oct 2025, 13:10:59

Handsome design, packed with advanced driver‑assist technology and stellar performance — all at an attractive price. Highly recommended, this car!

Bentley Continental Convertible

The Bentley Continental GTC is the ultimate cruising companion, wrapping you in hand-stitched leather and hushed luxury while the roof folds away for sun-drenched grand tours. It’s impossibly accomplished — poised and surprisingly playful for its size — delivering an effortless presence that turns every motorway into a first-class runway.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 £
Price
212,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
275 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
235 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Height
-
Height
1,399 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 kg
Payload
465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
384 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
smart
Brand
Bentley
What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

The smart #3 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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