Lynk & Co 02 Electric vs Smart #3 Premium
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General Info
The Smart #3 Premium (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €46490. The Lynk & Co 02 (2025-...) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Lynk & Co 02 Electric | Smart #3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €35995 | €46490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €39880 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Lynk & Co 02 (2025-...) has a larger battery, the Smart #3 Premium (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Lynk & Co 02 Electric | Smart #3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 445 km | 455 km |
| Range (GCC) | 385 km | 387 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69 kWh | 66 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 66 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km | 16 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.83 km/kWh | 6.24 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7 | 7.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Smart #3 Premium (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Lynk & Co 02 (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Lynk & Co 02 Electric | Smart #3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.2 | 7.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Lynk & Co 02 (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Lynk & Co 02 Electric | Smart #3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 268 hp | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 343 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5 s | 5.8 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 4.3 |
Dimensions
The Lynk & Co 02 (2025-...) and Smart #3 Premium (2024-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Lynk & Co 02 Electric | Smart #3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2040 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1845 mm | 1844 mm |
| Height | 1573 mm | 1556 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2755 mm | 2785 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lynk & Co 02 (2025-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1600 kg).
| Property | Lynk & Co 02 Electric | Smart #3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1820 kg | 1885 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 410 l | 370 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1400 l | 1160 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l | 15 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.3 | 6.2 |
