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Kia Picanto vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or smart #5?

Kia Picanto vs smart #5: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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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

Picanto

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Picanto is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,265 £.

#5

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 significantly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 578 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 10.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers considerably more torque with 710 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 614 Nm more.

Picanto

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is substantially lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 1,076 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers significantly more boot space – 630 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 375 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries markedly more – 502 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 stands well ahead of its rival 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
#5

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
Kia Picanto
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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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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Kia Picanto
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
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Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
smart
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