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smart #3 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (428 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (34,700 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or smart #1?

smart #3 vs smart #1: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space

smart #1

  • barely cheaper

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 #1 is barely cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers barely more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 15 km more than the smart #1.

#1

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

Both models deliver identical power – 428 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the smart #1 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 584 Nm.

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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.

Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1,780 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #3 offers moderately more boot space – 370 L compared to 323 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

For maximum load capacity, the smart #3 offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,160 L, about 174 L more than the smart #1.

When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries barely more – 470 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 shows a few small advantages 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.

from £34,700
#3

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 325 - 455 km
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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 Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,700 - 45,800 £
Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,556 mm
Height
1,636 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,160 L
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
419 - 450 kg
Payload
425 - 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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
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What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

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

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