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smart #3 vs Volvo EC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (428 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 46600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Volvo EC40?

smart #3

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Volvo EC40

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

smart #3 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the Volvo EC40 costs 46600 £. That’s a price difference of around 11915 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EC40: with 16.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the smart #3 with 16.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.10 kWh.

As for range, the Volvo EC40 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 584 km, about 129 km more than the smart #3.

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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 Volvo EC40 has a slight edge – offering 442 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Volvo EC40 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EC40 pulls slightly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 86 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, smart #3 is somewhat lighter – 1780 kg compared to 2065 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers barely noticeable more room – 404 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo EC40 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1196 L, which is about 36 L more than the smart #3.

When it comes to payload, smart #3 barely noticeable takes the win – 450 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the smart #3 shows itself to be barely ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,700
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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
  • Electric Range : 325 - 455 km
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smart #3

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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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Volvo EC40

The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45800 £
Price
46600 - 59000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
Curb weight
2065 - 2185 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
4400 mm
Length
4440 mm
Width
1844 mm
Width
1873 mm
Height
1556 mm
Height
1591 mm
Max trunk capacity
1160 L
Max trunk capacity
1196 L
Payload
419 - 450 kg
Payload
395 - 435 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
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
Volvo

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What drive types are available for the smart #3?

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

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