Global EV Comparison: Smart #1 Pure vs Audi Q4 e-tron 45

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Smart #1 Pure (2024-…) has a starting price of €34990, compared to the Audi Q4 e-tron 45 (2023-…), which starts at €52950.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Audi Q4 e-tron 45 (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Audi Q4 e-tron 45 (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 kW, while the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…) maxes out at 130 kW.

The Audi Q4 e-tron 45 (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Audi Q4 e-tron 45 (2023-…) boasts greater motor power.

The Audi Q4 e-tron 45 (2023-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Audi Q4 e-tron 45 (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 #1 Pure (2024-…), but the Audi Q4 e-tron 45 (2023-…) doesn’t have one.

The Audi Q4 e-tron 45 (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.