smart #1 vs Jeep Avenger

The smart #1 starts from $49,900 before on-road costs, while the Jeep Avenger opens at $49,990. That makes the smart #1 the more affordable entry point by $90.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $54,890 and $54,989 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

The smart #1 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 3 stars for the Jeep Avenger. Adult occupant protection scored 96% for the smart #1 and 79% for the Jeep Avenger.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 9 of 10 key ADAS systems on the smart #1, against 5 on the Jeep Avenger.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the smart #1 and 6 in the Jeep Avenger.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The smart #1 features a 12.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 9.2-inch digital dash, while the Jeep Avenger gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The smart #1 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, heated front seats, power tailgate, Beats audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Jeep Avenger. The Jeep Avenger counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the smart #1 gets leather upholstery while the Jeep Avenger offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the smart #1 and 1-zone in the Jeep Avenger.

The smart #1 uses a Electric producing 200kW and 343Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.7 seconds.

The Jeep Avenger responds with a Permanent Magnet Assisted Synchronous Reluctance Motor making 115kW and 260Nm, paired to a single-speed driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The smart #1 has the clear power advantage at 200kW vs 115kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the smart #1 is 2.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 66kWh (smart #1) vs 54kWh (Jeep Avenger), giving WLTP ranges of 420km and 396km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (smart #1) vs 100kW (Jeep Avenger).

The smart #1 measures 4,270mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 186mm longer than the Jeep Avenger at 4,084mm (2,557mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the smart #1 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 323L in the smart #1 and 355L in the Jeep Avenger, giving the Jeep Avenger a 32L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 150,000km (smart #1) vs 5 years / 100,000km (Jeep Avenger). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Jeep Avenger).