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smart #3 vs McLaren GT Series - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (428 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 175700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or McLaren GT Series?

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McLaren GT Series

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.

smart #3 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the McLaren GT Series costs 175700 £. That’s a price difference of around 141009 £.

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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 McLaren GT Series has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 635 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 207 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the smart #3 takes 3.70 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the McLaren GT Series performs significantly better – reaching 326 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 146 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: McLaren GT Series pulls barely noticeable stronger with 630 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 46 Nm difference.

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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 clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, McLaren GT Series is a bit lighter – 1520 kg compared to 1780 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

In terms of boot space, the McLaren GT Series offers slightly more room – 420 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the smart #3 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,700
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smart #3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.3 - 17.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 325 - 455 km
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smart #3

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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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McLaren GT Series

The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45800 £
Price
175700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.90 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
72 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
Curb weight
1520 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
4400 mm
Length
4683 mm
Width
1844 mm
Width
2045 mm
Height
1556 mm
Height
1213 mm
Max trunk capacity
1160 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
419 - 450 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Power HP
635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.20 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
326 km/h
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Torque
630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Power kW
467 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3994 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
smart
Brand
McLaren

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What drive types are available for the smart #3?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.