Global EV Comparison: Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW vs Smart #3 Brabus
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) has a starting price of , compared to the Smart #3 Brabus (2024-…), which starts at €50990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Smart #3 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €50990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €53980 | €44880 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Smart #3 Brabus (2024-…).
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Smart #3 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 438 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 507 km | 415 km |
| Range (GCC) | 432 km | 353 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 91 kWh | 66 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.97 km/kWh | 5.69 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Smart #3 Brabus (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Smart #3 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 7.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Smart #3 Brabus (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Smart #3 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | EESM (front), EESM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 290 kW | 315 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 389 hp | 422 hp |
| Motor Torque | 600 Nm | 543 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 s | 3.7 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Smart #3 Brabus (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Smart #3 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4595 mm | 4400 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2172 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
| Height | 1660 mm | 1556 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2785 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (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 Brabus (2024-…), but the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Smart #3 Brabus (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…).
| Property | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Smart #3 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2259 kg | 1985 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 408 l | 370 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1280 l | 1160 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.8 | 6.1 |
