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Kia Sportage vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (30,200 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or smart #5?

Kia Sportage vs smart #5: Key differences

Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • considerably lighter

smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space

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

Sportage

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.

Kia Sportage is noticeably cheaper – starting at 30,200 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,180 £.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 524 km more than the Kia Sportage.

#5

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 358 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers considerably more torque with 710 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.

Sportage

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 Sportage is considerably lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 648 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers barely more boot space – 630 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries slightly more – 580 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 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
#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 Sportage
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.

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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 Sportage
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,200 - 47,100 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
67 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
-
Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
smart
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