Kia EV6 vs smart #5 – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

Costs and Efficiency: Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia EV6 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £, while the smart #5 costs 39300 £. That’s a price difference of around 780 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV6: with 15.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the smart #5 with 18.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.50 kWh.

As for range, the smart #5 performs minimal better – achieving up to 590 km, about 8 km more than the Kia EV6.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #5 has a minimal edge – offering 646 HP compared to 609 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the smart #5 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs to a small extent better – reaching 260 km/h, while the smart #5 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV6 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 770 Nm compared to 710 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Kia EV6 is a bit lighter – 1955 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

In terms of boot space, the smart #5 offers noticeable more room – 630 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

In maximum load capacity, the smart #5 performs a bit better – up to 1530 L, which is about 240 L more than the Kia EV6.

When it comes to payload, smart #5 a bit takes the win – 502 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

All in all, the smart #5 shows itself to be edges out slightly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.