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smart #3 vs Volvo EC40 comparison
Compare performance (428 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (34,700 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Volvo EC40?
#3
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.
smart #3 is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,700 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,915 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 129 km more than the smart #3.
EC40
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 offers barely more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Volvo EC40 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers a bit more torque with 670 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 86 Nm more.
#3
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, smart #3 is a bit lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers very slightly more boot space – 404 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Volvo EC40 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,196 L, about 36 L more than the smart #3.
When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries marginally more – 450 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The smart #3 has only a minor advantage 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
smart #3
smart #3
Volvo EC40
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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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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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smart #3
Volvo EC40
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,700 - 45,800 £
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Price
46,600 - 59,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
325 - 455 km
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Electric Range
488 - 584 km
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,780 - 1,910 kg
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Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Trunk capacity
404 L
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Length
4,400 mm
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Length
4,440 mm
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Width
1,844 mm
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Width
1,873 mm
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Height
1,556 mm
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Height
1,591 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,160 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,196 L
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Payload
419 - 450 kg
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Payload
395 - 435 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
smart
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Brand
Volvo
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