Global EV Comparison: Smart #3 Brabus vs Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Smart #3 Brabus (2024-…) has a starting price of €50990, compared to the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…), which starts at .
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Smart #3 Brabus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €50990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €44880 | €53980 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.5 |
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 | Smart #3 Brabus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 438 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 415 km | 507 km |
| Range (GCC) | 353 km | 432 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 62 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.69 km/kWh | 4.97 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 6.5 |
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 | Smart #3 Brabus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 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 | 6.5 |
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 | Smart #3 Brabus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | EESM (front), EESM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 315 kW | 290 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 422 hp | 389 hp |
| Motor Torque | 543 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 5.1 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 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 | Smart #3 Brabus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4400 mm | 4595 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1844 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1556 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2785 mm | 2775 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 | Smart #3 Brabus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1985 kg | 2259 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 370 l | 408 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1160 l | 1280 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.1 | 6.8 |
