Video Summary
Here is a summary of the video review:The Smart #3 Premium is cheaper than the Mini Aceman S but provides more in almost all aspects. Its motor produces 268 horsepower, and its battery pack provides 283 miles of range.
The Mini's styling is more of a head-turner. It costs £40,920 and has a 250-horsepower motor and 214 miles range. The video points out the car's squared-off elements.
The Smart has a more comfortable drive, while the Mini feels more sporty. With its rear-wheel-drive, the Smart has easier acceleration, less wheelspin on wet roads, and is more composed than the front-wheel-drive Mini.
There is little storage space in the Mini, but the Smart has a larger cargo area. The Mini’s B mode allows single-pedal braking. In general, the technology in the Smart is more sensible.
A luxury car tax comes into effect in April 2025 on cars above £40,000. The Smart is a grown-up car, good for long commutes.
Ultimately, it’s the presenter’s opinion that the Smart is the winner, since the Mini is too style-conscious to be practical and enjoyable during everyday family life.
