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Leapmotor T03 vs Smart EQ forfour
Selected trimStandard165 mi · 37.3 kWh · £15,995
Selected trimStandard · 2017-2281 mi · 17.6 kWh · £24,285
At a glance
In this comparison, Leapmotor T03 counters with the lowest price, while the Smart EQ forfour leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Smart EQ forfour if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Smart EQ forfour wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
Leapmotor
5
Smart
5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeSmart
Leapmotor
2.2
Smart
3.9
FamilySmart
Leapmotor
2.9
Smart
4.6
ChargingSmart
Leapmotor
1.3
Smart
9.5
Cost Per MileSmart
Leapmotor
3.7
Smart
8.2
City DrivingSmart
Leapmotor
9
Smart
9.7
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 | Leapmotor T03Base | Smart EQ forfourBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £15,995 (better) | £24,285 |
| Official range | 165 miles (better) | 81 miles |
| Boot space | 210 L (better) | 185 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 36 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | 12.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Leapmotor T03
Smart EQ forfour
Length
Leapmotor T033,620mm
Smart EQ forfour3,495mm-125mm
Width
Leapmotor T031,652mm-13mm
Smart EQ forfour1,665mm
Height
Leapmotor T031,577mm
Smart EQ forfour1,554mm-23mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Leapmotor T03Base | Smart EQ forfourBase |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,620 mm | 3,495 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,652 mm (better) | 1,665 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,577 mm | 1,554 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.7 m | 8.7 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 748 mm spare (better) | 735 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Leapmotor T03Base | Smart EQ forfourBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Rear legroom | 960 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 210 L (better) | 185 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 508 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Leapmotor T03
- At 3,620 mm, shorter than 90% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 9.7 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of hatchback EVs in our database.
- 1,652 mm wide, below our 1,750 mm narrow-car threshold.
Smart EQ forfour
- At 3,495 mm, shorter than 100% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 8.65 m turning circle, tighter than 95% of hatchback EVs in our database.
- 1,665 mm wide, below our 1,750 mm narrow-car threshold.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Leapmotor T03 Base |  Smart EQ forfour Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.62m | 3.50m-125mm |
| Width | 1.65m | 1.67m+13mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.88m |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.55m-23mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.40m | 2.49m+94mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 100mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 210L (better) | 185L |
| Boot (seats down) | 508L | Not available |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Rear Legroom | 960mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 9.7m | 8.65m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,175kg (better) | 1,275kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 37.3kWh (better) | 17.6kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 165 mi (better) | 81 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 48kW (better) | 0kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £15,995 (better) | £24,285 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2017–2022 |
* Leapmotor T03: Not Euro NCAP tested. Quadricycle and L-category vehicles fall outside the Euro NCAP programme scope.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Leapmotor T03Base | Smart EQ forfourBase |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 165 miles (better) | 81 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 112 miles (better) | 67 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 36 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 48 kW (better) | 0 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 163 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 37.3 kWh (better) | 16.7 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Leapmotor T03Base | Smart EQ forfourBase |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | 12.7 sec |
| Power | 70 kW (better) | 60 kW |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 160 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Leapmotor T03
Base
Smart EQ forfour
Base
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Leapmotor T03
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Leapmotor T03 Base
Leapmotor T03 Base
Not Euro NCAP tested. Quadricycle and L-category vehicles fall outside the Euro NCAP programme scope.
Euro NCAP - Smart EQ forfour Base
Tested 2014
Adult Occupant78%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users56%
Safety Assist56%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Leapmotor T03Base | Smart EQ forfourBase |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 100,000 km |
Buying options
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Leapmotor T03
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Smart EQ forfour worth the extra £8,290 over the Leapmotor T03?
The Smart EQ forfour costs £8,290 more than the Leapmotor T03. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Leapmotor T03 is not just cheaper - it also offers 84 miles more WLTP range and 48 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Smart EQ forfour comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Leapmotor T03 or the Smart EQ forfour?
The Leapmotor T03 is £8,290 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Leapmotor T03 comes out roughly £8,170 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Leapmotor T03 and Smart EQ forfour like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 112 miles for the Leapmotor T03 and 67 miles for the Smart EQ forfour - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Leapmotor T03 goes roughly 45 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Leapmotor T03 or the Smart EQ forfour?
The two are within 13 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 748 mm of total clearance for the Leapmotor T03 and about 735 mm of total clearance for the Smart EQ forfour. The Smart EQ forfour also turns in a 1.0 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Leapmotor T03 or the Smart EQ forfour?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Leapmotor T03 and 84% for the Smart EQ forfour. That gives the Leapmotor T03 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Leapmotor T03's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Smart EQ forfour'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
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