Global EV Comparison: Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD vs Smart #3 Pro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD (2024-…) has a starting price of €49500, compared to the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…), which starts at €38490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD | Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €49500 | €38490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €46990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…).
| Property | Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD | Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 602 km | 325 km |
| Range (GCC) | 513 km | 276 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 49 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 47 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.66 km/kWh | 5.87 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.1 | 5.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 kW, while the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD (2024-…) 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 | Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD | 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 Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD (2024-…) has more power, the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD | 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 | 545 Nm | 343 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4 s | 5.9 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Dimensions
The Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD | Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4468 mm | 4400 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2063 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1871 mm | 1844 mm |
| Height | 1630 mm | 1556 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2767 mm | 2785 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD (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 Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Ford Explorer EV Extended Range RWD | Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2090 kg | 1855 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 450 l | 370 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1422 l | 1160 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 5.7 |