Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.4 Pro vs Smart #3 Premium
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) has a starting price of €46335, compared to the Smart #3 Premium (2024-…), which starts at €46490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro | Smart #3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, USA | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €46335 | €46490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €51375 | €39880 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Smart #3 Premium (2024-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro | Smart #3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 468 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 572 km | 455 km |
| Range (GCC) | 465 km | 387 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 66 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 16 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.04 km/kWh | 6.24 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Smart #3 Premium (2024-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
The Smart #3 Premium (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro | Smart #3 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.
Although the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) has more power, the Smart #3 Premium (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro | Smart #3 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 | 6.7 s | 5.8 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Smart #3 Premium (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro | Smart #3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4584 mm | 4400 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1844 mm |
| Height | 1634 mm | 1556 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2771 mm | 2785 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (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 #3 Premium (2024-…), but the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Smart #3 Premium (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro | Smart #3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2139 kg | 1885 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 543 l | 370 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1575 l | 1160 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.8 | 6.1 |
