SMART #3 BRABUS VS. MINI COUNTRYMAN SE: DOES BRABUS OUT-SMART JOHN COOPER WORKS?

EV Channels Review

This in-depth twin-test pits the Smart #3 Brabus against the MINI Countryman SE Sport, evaluating which compact electric performance crossover reigns supreme. The reviewer highlights the MINI's charismatic, albeit divisive, styling and its surprisingly practical interior, noting its increased size and user-friendly, albeit complex, circular OLED infotainment system. The Smart #3 Brabus, with its sportier coupe-like profile and aggressive Brabus styling, is praised for its performance potential and more focused, cockpit-like interior. However, the Smart's infotainment graphics are deemed less sharp than the MINI's, and its safety system controls are criticized for being overly buried in menus, making them cumbersome to adjust. Despite the MINI's practicality advantage and engaging interior, the Smart #3 Brabus's distinctive profile and performance-oriented design ultimately capture the reviewer's attention more, suggesting it might be the more compelling choice for those prioritizing style and speed.