Global EV Comparison: Smart #3 Pro+ vs Volkswagen ID.4 Pro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Smart #3 Pro+ (2024-…) has a starting price of €43490, compared to the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…), which starts at €46335.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Smart #3 Pro+ | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €43490 | €46335 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €34890 | €51375 |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart #3 Pro+ (2024-…).
| Property | Smart #3 Pro+ | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 468 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 435 km | 548 km |
| Range (GCC) | 370 km | 466 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 62 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.97 km/kWh | 6.05 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 8.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Smart #3 Pro+ (2024-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
The Smart #3 Pro+ (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Smart #3 Pro+ | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.5 | 6.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) has more power, the Smart #3 Pro+ (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Smart #3 Pro+ | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 200 kW | 210 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 268 hp | 282 hp |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 560 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 s | 6.1 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Smart #3 Pro+ (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Smart #3 Pro+ | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4400 mm | 4584 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1844 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1556 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2785 mm | 2765 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) 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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Smart #3 Pro+ (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…).
| Property | Smart #3 Pro+ | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1885 kg | 2087 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 370 l | 543 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1160 l | 1575 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.1 | 6.9 |
