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Peugeot e-Rifter vs Smart #1
Selected trimAllureChange trim199 mi · 52 kWh · £32,570
At a glance
In this comparison, Peugeot e-Rifter leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Smart #1 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Peugeot e-Rifter 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 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Smart #1 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Peugeot e-Rifter leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Peugeot
6.3
Smart
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangePeugeot
Peugeot
3.4
Smart
1.9
FamilyPeugeot
Peugeot
5.9
Smart
5.4
ChargingPeugeot
Peugeot
3.7
Smart
2.9
Cost Per MilePeugeot
Peugeot
3.7
Smart
1.9
City DrivingSmart
Peugeot
5.5
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 | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,570 | £29,960 (better) |
| Official range | 199 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Boot space | 775 L (better) | 313 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 11.7 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Peugeot e-Rifter
Smart #1
Length
Peugeot e-Rifter4,405mm
Smart #14,270mm-135mm
Width
Peugeot e-Rifter1,921mm
Smart #11,822mm-99mm
Height
Peugeot e-Rifter1,818mm
Smart #11,636mm-182mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,405 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,921 mm | 1,822 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,107 mm | 2,025 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,818 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 479 mm spare | 578 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 775 L (better) | 313 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 976 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 15 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Peugeot e-Rifter
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 |  Peugeot e-Rifter Allure |  Smart #1 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.41m | 4.27m-135mm |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.82m-99mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | 2.02m-82mm |
| Height | 1.82m | 1.64m-182mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.75m-35mm |
| Ground Clearance | 167mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 775L (better) | 313L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 976L |
| Frunk | Not available | 15L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 11m |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 49kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 199 mi (better) | 193 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,570 | £29,960 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £31,070 (-£1,500) | £29,960 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 199 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 166 miles (better) | 133 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 181 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh (better) | 49 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11.7 sec | Not available |
| Power | 100 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 270 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Peugeot e-Rifter
Allure
Smart #1
Pure
7.5/10
average across 4 reviews
- Electrifying.com9/10
- Autocar3.5/5
- DrivingElectric3.5/5
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Peugeot e-Rifter
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 | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £18,790 | £22,900 |
| Average used price | £19,150 | £23,771 |
| Saving vs RRP | £13,420 below new | £6,189 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 63.7% over ~6 months | Up 4.3% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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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 - Peugeot e-Rifter Allure
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users58%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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 | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 201,168 km (better) |
Buying options
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Peugeot e-Rifter
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Smart #1
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Live used listings
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Peugeot e-Rifter
No active listings.
Smart #1
- £23,9992024Car360View
- £23,7712024Car360View
- £22,9002024EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot e-Rifter worth the extra £2,610 over the Smart #1?
The Peugeot e-Rifter costs £2,610 more than the Smart #1. For that premium it adds 462 litres more boot space. The Smart #1 is not just cheaper - it also offers 30 kW faster peak rapid charging and 100 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Peugeot e-Rifter comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Peugeot e-Rifter or the Smart #1?
The Smart #1 is £2,610 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Smart #1 comes out roughly £2,490 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Peugeot e-Rifter and Smart #1 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 166 miles for the Peugeot e-Rifter and 133 miles for the Smart #1 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Peugeot e-Rifter goes roughly 33 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 Peugeot e-Rifter or the Smart #1?
The Smart #1 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 99 mm narrower than the Peugeot e-Rifter. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 578 mm of total clearance for the Smart #1 and about 479 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-Rifter.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Peugeot e-Rifter or the Smart #1?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Peugeot e-Rifter 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 Peugeot e-Rifter'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 .