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smart #3 vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or SsangYong Tivoli?

smart #3 vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly 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:

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.

SsangYong Tivoli is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,571 £.

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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 smart #3 offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers noticeably more torque with 384 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 104 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Tivoli is clearly lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers clearly more boot space – 720 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 350 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Tivoli carries barely more – 455 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 holds a narrow overall lead 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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
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Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
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Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
450 kg
Payload
425 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
384 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
smart
Brand
SsangYong
What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

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

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