Compare performance (428 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 33000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Volvo EX30?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Volvo EX30 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33000 £ , while the smart #3 costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1714 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the smart #3: with 16.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Volvo EX30 with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.70 kWh.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 performs slight better – achieving up to 476 km, about 21 km more than the smart #3.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
Both models deliver identical power – 428 HP each.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the smart #3 takes 3.70 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: smart #3 pulls slight stronger with 584 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, smart #3 is barely noticeable lighter – 1780 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.
In terms of boot space, the smart #3 offers a bit more room – 370 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.
In maximum load capacity, the smart #3 performs somewhat better – up to 1160 L, which is about 160 L more than the Volvo EX30.
When it comes to payload, smart #3 somewhat takes the win – 450 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The smart #3 shows small but noticeable advantages 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.
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.
detailsThe Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.
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Price
34700 - 45800 £
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Price
33000 - 49100 £
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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
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
325 - 455 km
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Electric Range
339 - 476 km
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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Battery Capacity
49 - 65 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
1780 - 1910 kg
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Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 L
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Length
4400 mm
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Length
4233 mm
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Width
1844 mm
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Width
1838 mm
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Height
1556 mm
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Height
1550 - 1567 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1160 L
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Max trunk capacity
1000 L
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Payload
419 - 450 kg
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Payload
370 - 390 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
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 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
343 - 543 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
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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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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The smart #3 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.