MINI Countryman vs smart #5 – Differences & prices compared

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

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.

MINI Countryman has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £, while the smart #5 costs 39300 £. That’s a price difference of around 7800 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the MINI Countryman: with 15.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the smart #5 with 18.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.70 kWh.

As for range, the smart #5 performs evident better – achieving up to 590 km, about 128 km more than the MINI Countryman.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #5 has a decisively edge – offering 646 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the smart #5 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 pulls noticeable stronger with 710 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 216 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 MINI Countryman is distinct lighter – 1620 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 580 kg.

In terms of boot space, the smart #5 offers a bit more room – 630 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

Maximum load volume is the same – both hold up to 1530 L.

When it comes to payload, smart #5 slight takes the win – 502 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

All in all, the smart #5 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.