smart #3 vs Subaru Uncharted

The smart #3 starts from $52,900 before on-road costs, while the Subaru Uncharted opens at $59,990. That makes the smart #3 the more affordable entry point by $7,090.

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 $58,190 and $65,989 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.

Both the smart #3 and Subaru Uncharted hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the smart #3 and 88% for the Subaru Uncharted.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 8 of 10 key ADAS systems on both.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the smart #3 and 8 in the Subaru Uncharted.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

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 #3 features a 12.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 9.2-inch digital dash, while the Subaru Uncharted gets a 14-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The smart #3 stands out with panoramic roof and Beats audio — features our data doesn't list for the Subaru Uncharted. The Subaru Uncharted counters with V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the smart #3 gets leather upholstery while the Subaru Uncharted offers synthetic leather.

The smart #3 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 5.8 seconds.

The Subaru Uncharted responds with a Dual Electric Motor making 252kW and 438Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5 seconds.

The Subaru Uncharted has the clear power advantage at 252kW vs 200kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Subaru Uncharted is 0.8s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 66kWh (smart #3) vs 74.7kWh (Subaru Uncharted), giving WLTP ranges of 435km and 522km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (smart #3) vs 150kW (Subaru Uncharted).

The smart #3 measures 4,400mm long on a 2,785mm wheelbase, 135mm shorter than the Subaru Uncharted at 4,535mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the smart #3 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 370L in the smart #3 and 403L in the Subaru Uncharted, giving the Subaru Uncharted a 33L advantage.

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

Warranty: 5 years / 150,000km (smart #3) vs 5 years (Subaru Uncharted). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Subaru Uncharted).