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smart #3 vs Polestar 4 comparison
Compare performance (272 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Polestar 4?
smart #3 vs Polestar 4: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
smart #3 is markedly cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,066 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 165 km more than the smart #3.
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Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 4 offers clearly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers significantly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 302 Nm more.
#3
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 visibly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers markedly more boot space – 526 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 4 carries very slightly more – 455 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 4 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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Polestar 4
smart #3
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smart #3
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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Polestar 4
The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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smart #3
Polestar 4
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42,000 £
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
455 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,810 kg
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,840 mm
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Width
1,844 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
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Payload
450 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
384 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
200 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
smart
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Brand
Polestar
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