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Kia XCeed vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or smart #5?

Kia XCeed vs smart #5: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter

smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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.

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

XCeed

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia XCeed is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,208 £.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 466 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 XCeed takes 8.5 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers significantly more torque with 710 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 445 Nm more.

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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 XCeed is considerably lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 849 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers noticeably more boot space – 630 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries marginally more – 502 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 holds a decisive overall lead 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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Kia XCeed

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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Reviews Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Gouala
14 Dec 2025, 00:57:57

Navigation system update for islands like my home, Guadeloupe.

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Gerard
13 Dec 2025, 09:16:07

Quieter at higher speeds on the motorway. Better value for money.

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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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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...

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 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
143 - 155 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
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Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
smart
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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