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smart #3 vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Toyota C-HR?

smart #3 vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota C-HR

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • moderately 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota C-HR is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,857 £.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 389 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

C-HR

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 moderately more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

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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, Toyota C-HR is noticeably lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers moderately more boot space – 447 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries marginally more – 450 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 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.

£41,991
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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
smart #3
Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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smart #3

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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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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smart #3
Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,000 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
384 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
smart
Brand
Toyota
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