The chunky-looking Smart #1 is a compact electric crossover with surprisingly good interior space - check out all that rear legroom and headroom compared to some of its rivals. It uses the same batteries and powertrain (rear-drive single motor, four-wheel drive dual-motor) as the Smart #3 and so performance is broadly comparable, but the #3's better aerodynamics give it the edge on range, and even on performance. The cabin is bright and cheery, but the touchscreen will drive you barmy. Not a great driver's car, but surprisingly quick, even with that basic 272hp motor.

Smart 1 Tech Specs

Model featured	Smart 1
Official WLTP range between charges	260-440km
Battery details (usable capacity)	49kWh lithium-iron phosphate, 62kWh lithium-ion
Electric motor details	200kW rear-mounted single motor, 315kW twin-motor four-wheel drive
Fastest recharging rate	150kW on DC
Energy consumption	16.7-17.9kWh per 100km
Maximum power output	272-482hp
Maximum torque output	343-543Nm
0-100km/h	3.9-6.7 seconds
Towing capability	1,600kg braked
Kerb weight	1,820-2,000kg