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smart #3 vs Maxus T90 EV comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 56,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Maxus T90 EV?

smart #3 vs Maxus T90 EV: Key differences

smart #3

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  • visibly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Maxus T90 EV

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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.

smart #3 is visibly cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Maxus T90 EV costs 56,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,098 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is substantially more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 26.8 kWh/100km for the Maxus T90 EV. That’s a difference of about 10.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 125 km more than the Maxus T90 EV.

T90 EV

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 smart #3 offers noticeably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 95 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 Maxus T90 EV takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers moderately more torque with 384 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 74 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, smart #3 is clearly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 565 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus T90 EV carries substantially more – 925 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 475 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 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.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 £
Price
56,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
330 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
2,375 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 kg
Payload
925 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
384 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
Maxus
What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

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

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