Global EV Comparison: Smart #1 Premium vs #3 Pro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Smart #1 Premium (2023-…) has a starting price of €44990, compared to the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…), which starts at €38490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Smart #1 Premium | Smart #3 Pro | 
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… | 
| Current Status | Produced | Produced | 
| Country of Manufacture | China | China | 
| Body Style | SUV | SUV | 
| Market Availability | EU | EU | 
| Price Europe (New) | €44990 | €38490 | 
| Price Europe (Used) | €30990 | - Price Europe (Used) | 
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 5.6 | 
Range and Efficiency
The Smart #1 Premium (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…).
| Property | Smart #1 Premium | Smart #3 Pro | 
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 440 km | 325 km | 
| Range (GCC) | 374 km | 276 km | 
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66 kWh | 49 kWh | 
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 62 kWh | 47 kWh | 
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.03 km/kWh | 5.87 km/kWh | 
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 5.6 | 
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Smart #1 Premium (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The Smart #1 Premium (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Smart #1 Premium | Smart #3 Pro | 
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 7.4 kW | 
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 130 kW | 
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V | 
| Charge Port |   CCS Type 2 |    CCS Type 2 |  
| Charging Score | 7.4 | 4.5 | 
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Smart #1 Premium | Smart #3 Pro | 
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD | 
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM | 
| Motor Power (kW) | 200 kW | 200 kW | 
| Motor Power (hp) | 268 hp | 268 hp | 
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 343 Nm | 
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 5.9 s | 
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h | 
| Performance Score | 4.2 | 4.3 | 
Dimensions
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) has a longer body, while the Smart #1 Premium (2023-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Smart #1 Premium | Smart #3 Pro | 
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm | 
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2025 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) | 
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1822 mm | 1844 mm | 
| Height | 1636 mm | 1556 mm | 
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2785 mm | 
Cargo and Towing
The Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Smart #1 Premium (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Smart #3 Pro (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Smart #1 Premium | Smart #3 Pro | 
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 
| Curb Weight | 1875 kg | 1855 kg | 
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 323 l | 370 l | 
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 986 l | 1160 l | 
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l | 15 l | 
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity | 
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 5.7 |