I still remember the first time I saw the smart #3 glide through city streets, it was unmistakable. Sleek like a coupe, yet with all the presence of a compact SUV, it was the kind of electric car that made me do a double-take. Behind the wheel, it felt agile and confident, its silhouette was clean and forward-moving, as if it already knew where I wanted to go, even before I did.
But don’t let its elegance fool you. Step inside and the smart #3 surprises with space, roomy enough for grocery runs, road-trip luggage, or a weekend getaway. The boot opens wide to about 370 litres, expandable to a generous 1,160 litres when the rear seats fold down. There’s even a clever 15-litre frunk up front, perfect for chargers, road-trip snacks, or your morning latte essentials.
Style Meets Practical Performance
From behind the wheel, the smart #3 feels athletic without feeling aggressive. The Pro+ and Premium models sprint to 100 km/h in just 5.8 seconds, while the Brabus version, a true performance standout, drops that time to a jaw-dropping 3.7 seconds thanks to its all-wheel-drive setup.
You can pick your vibe with:
- A glossy coupe-like profile, panoramic sunroof, and thoughtfully modern cabin
- A palette of standout colors: from Photon Orange to Meta Black, there’s a shade to fit your personality
- Smart yet practical dimensions, at 4.4 m long, 1.84 m wide, 1.56 m tall, with ample ground clearance for city hurdles
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smart #3 Variants: Built for Different Drivers
The smart #3 isn’t a one-size-fits-all EV. It comes in three distinct variants: Pro+, Premium, and Brabus, each designed to suit different driving styles and lifestyles. Whether you’re after everyday efficiency, a touch of premium refinement, or head-turning performance, there’s a smart #3 to match your journey.
- Drive Type: All-wheel drive (AWD with dual motors)
- Power/Torque: 315 kW / 543 Nm
- 0–100 km/h: ~3.7 seconds
- Range (WLTP): ~415 km (real-world ~375 km)
- Performance Highlights: The quickest and most powerful trim, ideal for performance enthusiasts.
Smarter Ownership with Fingo’s Novated Leasing
Imagine combining the sleek, sporty practicality of the smart #3 with a smarter way to finance it with novated leasing through Fingo. Instead of paying upfront or going through traditional finance, you bundle the car, registration, servicing, insurance, and even charging costs into a single pre-tax monthly payment via your employer. It’s cleaner in the wallet and surprisingly efficient, all while giving you a sleek, roomy EV that turns heads every day.
And here’s the smart part: with Fingo, you could be driving the smart #3 from just $168.49 per week through a novated lease. That’s everything from running costs to insurance, all rolled into one simple package that saves you money and makes budgeting effortless.
The Smart Upgrade for Your Journey
With its thoughtful design, bucket-loads of cargo room, and surprising athleticism, the smart #3 stands out as a compact EV built for life’s adventures, from city streets to weekend escapes. And with Fingo’s novated leasing, it’s not just driving that’s smarter, it’s how you pay for it too.
*Disclaimer
These comparison figures are estimates ONLY, not a quote, designed to compare the total life costs of purchasing a vehicle using cash funds, a car loan, and a novated lease, illustrating the most cost-effective method over the term. The analysis is grounded in a scenario involving a novated lease arrangement for an individual living in VIC postcode 3000. It’s critical to note that stamp duty for this study is calculated following Victoria’s green passenger car stamp duty rate of $8.40 per $200 or part thereof. The scenario assumes a 60-month term with a 28.13% residual value and an estimated annual travel of 15,000 km.
The comparison is tailored for someone with an annual gross income of $100,000, applying a hypothetical 8.29% interest rate (rates may differ based on your credit rating) to both car loan and novated lease options. Included in the running costs are management fees, registration, servicing and maintenance, fuel/charging costs, and tyres.
For the purpose of this comparison, the calculations utilise both the statutory formula method and the employee contribution method. It’s imperative to understand that individual circumstances can significantly vary, and this specific example might not be universally applicable. Therefore, consulting with a financial professional and novated lease specialist is strongly recommended to ascertain how a novated lease or other purchase options might suit your personal financial landscape. This comparison is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be taken as financial advice or the sole basis for making financial decisions.
Please ensure that you seek professional advice tailored to your specific situation before making any financial decisions.