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smart #3 vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Suzuki Jimny?

smart #3 vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably 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

#3

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.

Suzuki Jimny is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,714 £.

Jimny

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 smart #3 offers substantially more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers considerably more torque with 384 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 254 Nm more.

#3

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: smart #3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is considerably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 645 kg.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries noticeably more – 450 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 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.

£41,991
#3

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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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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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!

Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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Reviews Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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brunella
29 Jun 2026, 05:20:23

Powerful traction, lightness, compact size for steep, narrow and challenging mountain dirt tracks.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
450 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
384 Nm
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

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

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

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