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smart #3 vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or Volvo XC90?

smart #3 vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

smart #3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,314 £.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 386 km more than the Volvo XC90.

XC90

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 Volvo XC90 offers visibly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers clearly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 285 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: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, smart #3 is moderately lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries visibly more – 710 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 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.

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#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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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!

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The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Reviews Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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Borstel
11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

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Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 £
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
455 km
Electric Range
69 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
71 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 kg
Payload
600 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 HP
Power HP
250 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
384 Nm
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
smart
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

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

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