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smart #3 vs Dacia Bigster comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 20,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Dacia Bigster?

smart #3 vs Dacia Bigster: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Dacia Bigster

4.6 (11 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • significantly 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.

Dacia Bigster is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,429 £.

Bigster

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 significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Dacia Bigster takes 9.7 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers significantly more torque with 384 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 154 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, Dacia Bigster is visibly lighter – 1,425 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Dacia Bigster offers significantly more boot space – 667 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 297 L.

When it comes to payload, the Dacia Bigster carries barely 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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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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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!

Dacia Bigster

The Dacia Bigster is a straightforward, value-driven SUV that emphasizes space, practicality and low running costs rather than flashy tech. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a roomy, well-built family car with rugged styling and easy-to-use features at an affordable price.

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Reviews Dacia Bigster

4.6 (11 Reviews)
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Pat
21 Jun 2026, 12:25:32

More car for your money

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Guus Lausberg
1 Jun 2026, 17:58:14

I've had a Dacia Bigster Journey 155 Full Hybrid for half a year. I had high expectations of this car beforehand and even those have all been exceeded. Truly a wonderful car.

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Timo
13 May 2026, 05:34:56

Sensible and practical car. Drives okay. Low fuel consumption in summer. Good interior and cargo space. Interior feels cheap. Noisy in some situations. Sufficient ground clearance even for poor roads.

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Paul Wolf
23 Apr 2026, 06:45:13

bought it.

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Nöpp
20 Apr 2026, 11:25:00

If the Bigster comes as a Hybrid 4x4 G150 automatic, it’s an interesting car. I’m currently leasing a Sandero Stepway running on LPG and will return it in November. Unfortunately that engine option isn’t offered in the Jogger, which makes the Bigster appealing to me. We’re fans of LPG — and now even with an automatic.

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Dacia Bigster

Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 £
Price
20,600 - 28,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.2 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
106 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,425 - 1,611 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
444 - 667 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 kg
Payload
434 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
384 Nm
Torque
230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
smart
Brand
Dacia
What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

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

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