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smart #3 vs Citroen Ami comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Citroen Ami?

smart #3 vs Citroen Ami: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space
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Citroen Ami

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen Ami is clearly cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,143 £.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 380 km more than the Citroen Ami.

Ami

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 smart #3 offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 264 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers significantly more torque with 384 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 344 Nm more.

#3

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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Ami is considerably lighter – 470 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 1,340 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #3 offers clearly more boot space – 370 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 307 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries significantly more – 450 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Ami stands well ahead of its rival 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 £6,800
Ami

Citroen Ami

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 8 HP
  • Electric Range : 75 km
smart #3
Citroen Ami

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Citroen Ami

The Citroën Ami is a cheeky, ultra-compact city runabout that turns parking into a non-event and makes traffic feel almost friendly. It won't thrill you with speed or luxury, but as an economical, fuss-free way to nip around town and save on congestion, it's a clever little solution for urban life—with personality to spare.

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smart #3
Citroen Ami

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,000 £
Price
6,800 - 8,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
470 - 483 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
63 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,390 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 kg
Payload
217 - 230 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
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
384 Nm
Torque
40 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
Citroen
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