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Nissan LEAF vs Smart #3
Selected trimEngageChange trim375 mi · 75 kWh · £35,999
Selected trimProChange trim202 mi · 66 kWh · £33,960
At a glance
In this comparison, Nissan LEAF leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Smart #3 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Nissan LEAF if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Nissan LEAF wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
Nissan
6.3
Smart
6.1
Too close to call
Motorway RangeNissan
Nissan
8.4
Smart
2.8
FamilyNissan
Nissan
8.3
Smart
5.7
ChargingNissan
Nissan
7
Smart
1.7
Cost Per MileNissan
Nissan
9.4
Smart
2.7
City DrivingNissan
Nissan
6.7
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 | Nissan LEAFEngage | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,999 | £33,960 (better) |
| Official range | 375 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| Boot space | 437 L (better) | 370 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.6 sec | 5.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Nissan LEAF
Smart #3
Length
Nissan LEAF4,350mm-50mm
Smart #34,400mm
Width
Nissan LEAF1,810mm-34mm
Smart #31,844mm
Height
Nissan LEAF1,550mm-6mm
Smart #31,556mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Nissan LEAFEngage | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,810 mm (better) | 1,844 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,098 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,556 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 590 mm spare (better) | 556 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Nissan LEAFEngage | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 437 L (better) | 370 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1052 L | 1160 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 15 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 975 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Nissan LEAF
- 375 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 4,350 mm, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
Smart #3
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Nissan LEAF Engage |  Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.35m | 4.40m+50mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.84m+34mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.56m+6mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.69m | 2.79m+95mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 437L (better) | 370L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1052L | 1160L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 15L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 1,883kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 975kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 75kWh (better) | 66kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 375 mi (better) | 202 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,999 | £33,960 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,249 (-£3,750) | £33,960 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Nissan LEAFEngage | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 375 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 313 miles (better) | 189 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 172 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 75 kWh (better) | 66 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Nissan LEAFEngage | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.6 sec | 5.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 355 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Nissan LEAF
Engage
Smart #3
Pro
Watch the reviews
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Nissan LEAF
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Nissan LEAFEngage | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £8,295 | £27,300 |
| Average used price | £8,295 | £27,300 |
| Saving vs RRP | £27,704 below new | £6,660 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Nissan LEAF Engage
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist71%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Smart #3 Pro
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Nissan LEAFEngage | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
Buying options
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Nissan LEAF
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Smart #3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Nissan LEAF
No active listings.
Smart #3
- £27,3002025EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nissan LEAF worth the extra £2,039 over the Smart #3?
The Nissan LEAF costs £2,039 more than the Smart #3. For that premium it adds 173 miles more WLTP range and 67 litres more boot space. The Smart #3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 40 kW more power and a 1.8s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Nissan LEAF comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Nissan LEAF or the Smart #3?
The Smart #3 is £2,039 cheaper to buy. The Nissan LEAF is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £192 for the Smart #3, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Smart #3 comes out roughly £1,759 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Nissan LEAF and Smart #3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 313 miles for the Nissan LEAF and 189 miles for the Smart #3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Nissan LEAF goes roughly 124 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Nissan LEAF or the Smart #3?
The Nissan LEAF is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 34 mm narrower than the Smart #3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 590 mm of total clearance for the Nissan LEAF and about 556 mm of total clearance for the Smart #3.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Nissan LEAF or the Smart #3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Nissan LEAF and 84% for the Smart #3. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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EVcarsguide scores every verified EV on price, range, family use and running costs. Here is where this pair appears.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .