Global EV Comparison: Smart #3 Pro vs Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1
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General Info
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €38490. The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €10990 on the used car market.
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) is a SUV, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) is a Liftback.
| Property | Smart #3 Pro | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2016-2019 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €38490 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €10990 |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019).
| Property | Smart #3 Pro | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 200 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 325 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 276 km | 200 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 49 kWh | 30.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 47 kWh | 28 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 14 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.87 km/kWh | 7.14 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 6.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 130 kW, while the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) maxes out at 69 kW.
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Smart #3 Pro | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 69 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 3.5 |
Performance
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Smart #3 Pro | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 200 kW | 88 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 268 hp | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 295 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 s | 9.9 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 165 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.3 | 2.8 |
Dimensions
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019).
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Smart #3 Pro | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2045 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1844 mm | 1820 mm |
| Height | 1556 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2785 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) features a larger trunk, but the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…), but the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Smart #3 Pro | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1855 kg | 1495 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 370 l | 350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1160 l | 1410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 4.1 |
