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smart #3 vs ZEEKR 001 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (428 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 51400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or ZEEKR 001?

smart #3

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ZEEKR 001

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

smart #3 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51400 £. That’s a price difference of around 16715 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the smart #3: with 16.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the ZEEKR 001 with 18.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.90 kWh.

As for range, the ZEEKR 001 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 620 km, about 165 km more than the smart #3.

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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 ZEEKR 001 has a noticeable edge – offering 544 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the ZEEKR 001 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the ZEEKR 001 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: ZEEKR 001 pulls to a small extent stronger with 686 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 102 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, smart #3 is distinct lighter – 1780 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.

In terms of boot space, the ZEEKR 001 offers clearly perceptible more room – 539 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

When it comes to payload, ZEEKR 001 to a small extent takes the win – 520 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race?

The ZEEKR 001 proves to be leads convincingly overall and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
ZEEKR 001 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 580 - 620 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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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45800 £
Price
51400 - 58300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Electric Range
580 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1780 - 1910 kg
Curb weight
2200 - 2350 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
4400 mm
Length
4955 mm
Width
1844 mm
Width
2005 mm
Height
1556 mm
Height
1548 - 1560 mm
Max trunk capacity
1160 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
419 - 450 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 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
ZEEKR

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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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