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Subaru BRZ vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or smart #1?

Subaru BRZ vs smart #1: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • markedly lighter
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smart #1

  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

BRZ

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 #1 is moderately cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,286 £.

#1

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #1 offers clearly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru BRZ is clearly faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the smart #1 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers considerably more torque with 584 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 334 Nm more.

BRZ

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: smart #1 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is markedly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,780 kg. The difference is around 505 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #1 offers visibly more boot space – 323 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries slightly more – 470 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 is clearly superior overall 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 £31,700
#1

smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 310 - 440 km
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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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smart #1

The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.

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Subaru BRZ
smart #1

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
31,700 - 45,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
1,780 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
4,270 - 4,300 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
1,636 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
425 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
smart
Is the Subaru BRZ offered with different drivetrains?

The Subaru BRZ is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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