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smart #3 vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 213,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or McLaren Supercar Series Coupe?

smart #3 vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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.

smart #3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe costs 213,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 171,009 £.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 422 km more than the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe.

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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 McLaren Supercar Series Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 428 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 336 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 312 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 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.

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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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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!

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The McLaren Supercar Series Coupe arrives like a scalpel with a spoiler, pairing race-bred theatrics with a civility that makes it livable on the street while still thrilling on a back road. If you crave exotic looks, dramatic doors and a cabin that rewards attentive driving, this coupe serves up pure performance with just enough comfort to keep your mates impressed and slightly terrified.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 £
Price
213,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
104 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,498 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
384 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
smart
Brand
McLaren
What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

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

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