Verdict
At RM175,000, the smart #3 costs RM23,000 less than the RM198,000 Toyota Urban Cruiser, yet has 268 hp, 343 Nm and a 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time versus 172 hp, 193 Nm and 8.7 seconds. It also charges far faster at 150 kW DC and 22 kW AC. The Toyota counters with a 61.1 kWh battery and 426 km range, 101 km beyond the smart’s 49 kWh and 325 km, plus lower RM120 annual road tax against RM260. For a Malaysian buyer prioritising distance, the Toyota has the clearer case; for pace and charging, take the smart.
Pick the smart #3 if you want 268 hp performance, 150 kW DC charging, a 370-litre boot and a RM23,000 lower purchase price.
Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser if you need its 426 km EV range, 61.1 kWh battery, RM120 annual road tax and five-year vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: smart #3 RM175,000; Toyota Urban Cruiser RM198,000.
- Motor output: smart #3 268 hp and 343 Nm; Toyota Urban Cruiser 172 hp and 193 Nm.
- Battery and range: smart #3 49 kWh and 325 km; Toyota Urban Cruiser 61.1 kWh and 426 km.
- Charging: smart #3 22 kW AC and 150 kW DC; Toyota Urban Cruiser 7 kW AC and 67 kW DC.
- Performance: smart #3 0-100 km/h in 5.8 seconds and 180 km/h top speed; Toyota Urban Cruiser 8.7 seconds and 150 km/h.
- Practicality: smart #3 has a 370-litre boot and 2,785 mm wheelbase; Toyota Urban Cruiser has 306 litres and a 2,700 mm wheelbase.
#3
- 268 hp, 343 Nm and a 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 150 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging, plus 3.3 kW V2L.
- 370-litre boot, powered tailgate and auto parking.
- 325 km range is 101 km short of the Toyota Urban Cruiser’s 426 km.
- RM260 annual road tax is RM140 higher.
- Four-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter.
Urban Cruiser
- 426 km range from a 61.1 kWh battery.
- RM120 annual road tax and a five-year vehicle warranty.
- 40:20:40 sliding rear seats and a nine-speaker JBL sound system.
- 172 hp and 193 Nm trail the smart #3’s 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- 67 kW DC and 7 kW AC charging are substantially lower than 150 kW and 22 kW.
- 306-litre boot is 64 litres smaller than the smart #3’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM175,000✓ | RM198,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm✓ | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 49 kWh | 61.1 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 325 km | 426 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW✓ | 67 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 seconds✓ | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,285 mm |
| Width | 1,844 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,556 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,785 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,788 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 370 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Flux Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Flux Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding & Sliding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual Sunshade for Glass Roof | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Yes, Powered | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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#3 vs Urban Cruiser FAQ
Is the smart #3 or Toyota Urban Cruiser better?
The smart #3 is better for performance, faster charging and boot space. The Toyota Urban Cruiser is better for range, battery capacity, lower annual road tax and vehicle warranty length.
What is the price difference?
The smart #3 is RM23,000 cheaper than the Toyota Urban Cruiser.
Which has the longer EV range?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser has the longer claimed range at 426 km, compared with 325 km for the smart #3. Its 61.1 kWh battery is also larger than the smart’s 49 kWh unit.