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smart #3 vs BMW i7 comparison

Compare performance (428 HP vs 659 HP), boot space and price (34,700 £ vs 99,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or BMW i7?

smart #3 vs BMW i7: Key differences

smart #3

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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • significantly lighter

BMW i7

  • visibly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

#3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

smart #3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,700 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,466 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is moderately more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BMW i7. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i7 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 169 km more than the smart #3.

i7

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 BMW i7 offers visibly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.7 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

Looking at top speed, the BMW i7 is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers clearly more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 516 Nm more.

#3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is significantly lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 815 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i7 offers clearly more boot space – 500 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i7 carries somewhat more – 535 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 is narrowly 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.

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i7

BMW i7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 455 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 559 - 624 km
smart #3
BMW i7

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smart #3

The Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.

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BMW i7

The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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smart #3
BMW i7

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,700 - 45,800 £
Price
99,200 - 157,200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
Battery Capacity
101.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
5,391 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
1,556 mm
Height
1,544 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,160 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
419 - 450 kg
Payload
480 - 535 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
BMW
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