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Abarth 600e vs Smart #1
Selected trimTurismoChange trim207 mi · 54 kWh · £33,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Abarth 600e leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Smart #1 leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 600e if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Smart #1 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Abarth 600e leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSmart
Abarth
3.7
Smart
5.9
Motorway RangeAbarth
Abarth
4.3
Smart
1.9
FamilySmart
Abarth
3.4
Smart
5.4
ChargingAbarth
Abarth
6.2
Smart
2.9
Cost Per MileAbarth
Abarth
5.4
Smart
1.9
City DrivingAbarth
Abarth
8.1
Smart
6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,995 | £29,960 (better) |
| Official range | 207 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Boot space | 360 L (better) | 313 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Length
Abarth 600e4,187mm-83mm
Smart #14,270mm
Width
Abarth 600e1,779mm-43mm
Smart #11,822mm
Height
Abarth 600e1,557mm-79mm
Smart #11,636mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,187 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,779 mm (better) | 1,822 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,981 mm (better) | 2,025 mm |
| Height | 1,557 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 621 mm spare (better) | 578 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 360 L (better) | 313 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 976 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 15 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Abarth 600e
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Smart #1
- At 4,270 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Abarth 600e Turismo |  Smart #1 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.19m | 4.27m+83mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.82m+43mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | 2.02m+44mm |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.64m+79mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.75m+191mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 360L (better) | 313L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 976L |
| Frunk | Not available | 15L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,640kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh (better) | 49kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 207 mi (better) | 193 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,995 | £29,960 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,495 (-£1,500) | £29,960 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2023+ |
* Abarth 600e: Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 207 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 173 miles (better) | 133 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 152 Wh/km (better) | 181 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.8 kWh (better) | 49 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec | Not available |
| Power | 176 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 345 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Abarth 600e
Turismo
Smart #1
Pure
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Abarth 600e Turismo
Abarth 600e Turismo
Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Euro NCAP - Smart #1 Pure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 201,168 km (better) |
Buying options
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Abarth 600e
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Smart #1
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Abarth 600e
No active listings.
Smart #1
- £23,9992024Car360View
- £23,7712024Car360View
- £22,9002024EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Abarth 600e worth the extra £4,035 over the Smart #1?
The Abarth 600e costs £4,035 more than the Smart #1. For that premium it adds lower energy use, 152 versus 181 Wh/km. The Smart #1 is not just cheaper - it also offers 30 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Abarth 600e comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Abarth 600e or the Smart #1?
The Smart #1 is £4,035 cheaper to buy. The Abarth 600e is cheaper to charge, roughly £168 a year versus £200 for the Smart #1, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Smart #1 comes out roughly £3,875 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Abarth 600e and Smart #1 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 173 miles for the Abarth 600e and 133 miles for the Smart #1 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Abarth 600e goes roughly 40 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 600e or the Smart #1?
The Abarth 600e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 43 mm narrower than the Smart #1. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 621 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 600e and about 578 mm of total clearance for the Smart #1.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Abarth 600e or the Smart #1?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Abarth 600e and 90% for the Smart #1. That gives the Smart #1 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Smart #1's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Abarth 600e's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .