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smart #3 vs Renault Twingo comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Renault Twingo?

smart #3 vs Renault Twingo: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Renault Twingo

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • 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:

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

Renault Twingo is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,934 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Twingo is visibly more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 3.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 193 km more than the Renault Twingo.

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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 smart #3 offers substantially more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Renault Twingo takes 12.1 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers substantially more torque with 384 Nm compared to 175 Nm. That’s about 209 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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Twingo is clearly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #3 offers a bit more boot space – 370 L compared to 305 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries visibly more – 450 kg compared to 320 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 is decisively ahead 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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Reviews Renault Twingo

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Otto
24 May 2026, 14:36:22

Great car, my wife loves it! 3 years, zero problems!

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eb
18 Apr 2026, 11:35:24

A nice little 5‑CV petrol car that, unfortunately, is no longer sold new.

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Renault Twingo

Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 £
Price
17,100 - 18,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
260 - 262 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,294 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
305 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 kg
Payload
301 - 320 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
384 Nm
Torque
175 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
60 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

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

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