Verdict
The Zeekr 7X costs RM7,800 more, but brings a 75 kWh battery for 480 km against the smart #3’s 49 kWh and 325 km, plus 450 kW DC charging rather than 150 kW. It is also substantially roomier, with a 539-litre boot versus 370 litres. The smart counters with a slightly quicker 0-100 km/h time of 5.8 seconds and lower RM260 annual road tax, against RM615. For Malaysian buyers who regularly carry family or cover longer distances, the Zeekr’s extra range, boot space and charging headroom justify the gap.
Pick the smart #3 if you want the lower RM175,000 entry price, lower road tax and a smaller SUV that reaches 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if you need 480 km of range, a 539-litre boot and 450 kW DC charging for RM182,800.
Key differences
- Price: smart #3 RM175,000; Zeekr 7X RM182,800.
- Battery and range: smart #3 49 kWh and 325 km; Zeekr 7X 75 kWh and 480 km.
- DC charging: smart #3 150 kW; Zeekr 7X 450 kW.
- Performance: smart #3 268 hp, 343 Nm and 5.8 seconds; Zeekr 7X 416 hp, 440 Nm and 6.0 seconds.
- Size and boot: smart #3 4,400 mm long with 370 litres; Zeekr 7X 4,787 mm long with 539 litres.
- Annual road tax: smart #3 RM260; Zeekr 7X RM615.
#3
- RM7,800 lower purchase price and RM355 lower annual road tax.
- Slightly quicker 0-100 km/h time of 5.8 seconds.
- Panoramic glass roof and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- 325 km range trails the Zeekr 7X by 155 km.
- 150 kW DC charging is one-third of the Zeekr 7X’s 450 kW rate.
- 370-litre boot is 169 litres smaller.
7X
- 75 kWh battery delivers 480 km of range.
- 450 kW DC charging and 800V architecture.
- 539-litre boot, rear-seat electric recline and a head-up display.
- Costs RM7,800 more and annual road tax is RM355 higher.
- Its 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.2 seconds slower.
- At 4,787 mm long and 1,930 mm wide, it is larger than the smart #3.
What the #3 has over the 7X
What the 7X has over the #3
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The 7X's wheelbase is 115 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The 7X is 86 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the 7X: 539 litres against 370.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM175,000✓ | RM182,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260✓ | RM615 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,785/mo✓ | RM1,865/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,798✓ | RM5,001 |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,340✓ | RM1,388 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.70✓ | RM6.94 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM31,988✓ | RM35,020 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 2.2 hours✓ | 3.4 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 25 min | 10 min✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp | 416 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 49 kWh | 75 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 325 km | 480 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | 450 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 seconds✓ | 6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width | 1,844 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,556 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,785 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 370 litres | 539 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 255/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 255/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Flux Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Flux Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| 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 on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling | Matrix LED Projectors with LED Projector Lighting Panel |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Electric Recline |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual Sunshade for Glass Roof | — |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 16" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 21-speaker Zeekr Sound Pro |
| 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 Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| 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 | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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#3 vs 7X FAQ
Is the smart #3 or Zeekr 7X better?
The Zeekr 7X is the stronger all-round choice: it has 155 km more range, a 169-litre larger boot and 450 kW DC charging. Choose the smart #3 instead if lower purchase cost, lower road tax and marginally quicker acceleration matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 7X costs RM7,800 more than the smart #3: RM182,800 versus RM175,000. Its annual road tax is also RM615, compared with RM260 for the smart #3.
Which one is better for long-distance EV travel?
The Zeekr 7X is better for longer trips. Its 75 kWh battery gives 480 km of range versus 325 km from the smart #3’s 49 kWh pack, and its 450 kW DC charging rate is higher than the smart’s 150 kW.
How long does charging take?
The #3's 49.0 kWh battery takes about 2.2 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 25 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 150 kW peak. The 7X's 75.0 kWh battery takes about 3.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 10 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 450 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The 7X carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 4 years for the #3. #3: 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty. 7X: 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty.