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smart #3 vs Leapmotor T03 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 95 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 16,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Leapmotor T03?

smart #3 vs Leapmotor T03: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Leapmotor T03

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Leapmotor T03 is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,791 £.

When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 16.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 190 km more than the Leapmotor T03.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Leapmotor T03 takes 12.7 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers significantly more torque with 384 Nm compared to 158 Nm. That’s about 226 Nm more.

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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.

Seats: smart #3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Leapmotor T03 is substantially lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 635 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #3 offers significantly more boot space – 370 L compared to 210 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries visibly more – 450 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 holds a decisive overall lead 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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Handsome design, packed with advanced driver‑assist technology and stellar performance — all at an attractive price. Highly recommended, this car!

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Leapmotor T03 is a compact electric city car that blends bold styling with practical urban ease, making it an appealing choice for commuters who value smart tech and everyday affordability. It feels nimble in traffic and cleverly packaged inside, though it’s best suited to short urban trips rather than long highway journeys.

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Leapmotor T03

Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 £
Price
16,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
265 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,175 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
210 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,652 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 kg
Payload
300 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
95 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
384 Nm
Torque
158 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
70 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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