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smart #3 vs Porsche Macan comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 89,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Porsche Macan?

smart #3 vs Porsche Macan: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Porsche Macan

  • significantly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

smart #3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Porsche Macan costs 89,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,323 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is slightly more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Porsche Macan. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Porsche Macan offers markedly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 130 km more than the smart #3.

Macan

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 Porsche Macan offers significantly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is significantly 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 Porsche Macan delivers clearly more torque with 955 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 571 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 2,470 kg. The difference is around 660 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Macan offers visibly more boot space – 476 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Macan carries only slightly more – 470 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Macan 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.

£89,314
Macan

Porsche Macan

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 571 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 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
89,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
585 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
476 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,952 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 kg
Payload
470 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
384 Nm
Torque
955 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
420 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

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

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