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Genesis GV60 vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis GV60 or smart #5?

Genesis GV60 vs smart #5: Key differences

Genesis GV60

  • a bit more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

GV60

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

smart #5 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 39,300 £ , while the Genesis GV60 costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,526 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Genesis GV60 is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 29 km more than the Genesis GV60.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #5 offers noticeably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Genesis GV60 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers marginally more torque with 710 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

GV60

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis GV60 is marginally lighter – 2,050 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries marginally more – 502 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £39,300
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smart #5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 465 - 590 km
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Genesis GV60

The Genesis GV60 arrives like a fashionably sharp electric crossover, its jewel-like lighting and coupe-ish silhouette giving it presence that feels more boutique than showroom. It pairs playful, immediate acceleration with a serene, well-appointed cabin and slick tech, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want luxury with a cheeky electric twist.

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Reviews Genesis GV60

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smart #5

The Smart #5 continues to build on the brand's legacy of compact and efficient urban vehicles, now infused with a more modern and stylish design. Its sleek appearance is complemented by a spacious interior, offering comfort without compromising its compact nature. This model is ideal for city dwellers seeking a blend of innovation, practicality, and style in their daily drives.

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Reviews smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Stefan
31 Jan 2026, 22:25:16

I spent a weekend with the Brabus #5 and I’m thrilled! Extremely quiet, even at just under 220 km/h. Very good ride comfort, especially if, like me, you prefer a softer setup for better suspension comfort!
Brutal acceleration that only really hits from about 50 km/h and culminates in a 0–200 km/h sprint in 10.2 seconds… There are almost no cars up to roughly 1,000 hp that are faster!
The actual charging performance is, I believe, the best of any passenger car available in the EU (only Zeekr shows a little more on paper, but probably not in real life) — it charges at peaks up to 425 kW! 10–80% in 13 minutes and 5–100% in 28 minutes.
The fit and finish are in places better than the Mercedes E‑Class...

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Long-distance driver
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Stefan
4 Dec 2025, 21:11:24

Apart from the hopefully soon improved/reduced chimes and the horrendously hard-to-reach mute for the speed warning, the car is really a knockout!
Very, very quiet, comfortable, extremely fast (Brabus version), great build quality, great equipment!

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Genesis GV60
smart #5

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,900 - 63,800 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
501 - 561 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,050 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
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Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
455 - 460 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
229 - 490 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
168 - 360 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Genesis
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the Genesis GV60 have?

The Genesis GV60 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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