Head to head · Crossover SUV (EV)
Smart #1 vs Honda e:Ny1
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Honda e:Ny1 comes out ahead of the Smart #1, winning 1 of the 1 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Smart #1 | Honda e:Ny1 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £19,200 (2023, 23,000 mi) | £21,100 (2023, 21,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 50% | 50% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 65 | 77 · wins |
| Average mpg | — | — |
| Insurance group | 20 | 20 |
| Road tax / year | £195 | £195 |
| Typical annual service | £185 | £185 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
#1 vs e:Ny1 — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the #1 or the e:Ny1?
The Honda e:Ny1 scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 77 against the Smart #1's 65 out of 100.
How much does a used #1 cost compared with a e:Ny1?
A roughly three-year-old Smart #1 is worth about £19,200 at typical mileage, against about £21,100 for the equivalent Honda e:Ny1.