Head to head · Crossover SUV (EV)
Smart #3 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 #3, winning 2 of the 2 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Smart #3 | Honda e:Ny1 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £22,300 (2024, 15,500 mi) | £21,050 (2023, 21,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 50% | 59% · wins |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | — | — |
| Average mpg | — | — |
| Insurance group | 22 | 20 · wins |
| Road tax / year | £200 | £200 |
| 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 →
#3 vs e:Ny1 — quick answers
Which holds its value better, the #3 or the e:Ny1?
The Honda e:Ny1 — it keeps about 59% of its original price after three years, against 50% for the Smart #3.
How much does a used #3 cost compared with a e:Ny1?
A roughly three-year-old Smart #3 is worth about £22,300 at typical mileage, against about £21,050 for the equivalent Honda e:Ny1.