Global EV Comparison: Škoda Elroq 85 vs Smart #1 Premium
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Škoda Elroq 85 (2024-...) has a starting price of €44560, compared to the Smart #1 Premium (2023-…), which starts at €44990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Škoda Elroq 85 | Smart #1 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Czech Republic | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €44560 | €44990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €42800 | €30990 |
| GCC Score | 7 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Škoda Elroq 85 (2024-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart #1 Premium (2023-…).
| Property | Škoda Elroq 85 | Smart #1 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 579 km | 440 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 374 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 66 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.35 km/kWh | 6.03 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.6 | 6.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Škoda Elroq 85 (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Smart #1 Premium (2023-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
The Smart #1 Premium (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Škoda Elroq 85 (2024-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Škoda Elroq 85 | Smart #1 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 7.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Škoda Elroq 85 (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Škoda Elroq 85 | Smart #1 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 6.6 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 4.2 |
Dimensions
The Škoda Elroq 85 (2024-...) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Smart #1 Premium (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Škoda Elroq 85 | Smart #1 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4488 mm | 4270 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2148 mm | 2025 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1884 mm | 1822 mm |
| Height | 1625 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2765 mm | 2750 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Škoda Elroq 85 (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 #1 Premium (2023-…), but the Škoda Elroq 85 (2024-...) doesn’t have one.
The Smart #1 Premium (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Škoda Elroq 85 (2024-...).
| Property | Škoda Elroq 85 | Smart #1 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2119 kg | 1875 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 323 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1580 l | 986 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 6.4 |
