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smart #3 vs Leapmotor C10 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 598 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 32,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Leapmotor C10?

smart #3 vs Leapmotor C10: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly lighter
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Leapmotor C10

  • visibly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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:

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

Leapmotor C10 is visibly cheaper – starting at 32,200 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,763 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Leapmotor C10 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Leapmotor C10 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 55 km more than the smart #3.

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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 Leapmotor C10 offers significantly more power – delivering 598 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Leapmotor C10 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Leapmotor C10 delivers clearly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 336 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 only slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,950 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Leapmotor C10 offers a bit more boot space – 435 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the Leapmotor C10 carries very slightly more – 480 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Leapmotor C10 is far ahead 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.

from £32,200
C10

Leapmotor C10

  • Engine Type Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 215 - 598 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.2 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 145 - 510 km
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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!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 £
Price
32,200 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
145 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 38 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
1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,950 - 2,264 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
400 - 435 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 kg
Payload
400 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
215 - 598 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
384 Nm
Torque
320 - 720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
158 - 440 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
smart
Brand
Leapmotor
What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

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

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