USA EV Comparison: Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 vs Smart #3 Pro
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General Info
While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…).
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 349 mi | 202 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 281 mi | 171 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 49 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 47 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 27.4 kWh/100 mi | 27.5 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.65 mi/kWh | 3.64 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 5.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 kW, while the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 135 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 4.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) has more power, the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 200 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 402 lb-ft | 253 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 s | 5.7 s |
| Top Speed | 112 mph | 112 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 180.6 in | 173.2 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 83 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 73.4 in | 72.6 in |
| Height | 63.5 in | 61.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 109.6 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…), but the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2205 lb, whereas the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4508 lb | 4090 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 18.9 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 51.6 ft3 | 41 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 0.5 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 2205 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 5.7 |
