Compare performance (490 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 Wagon or smart #5?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
smart #5 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 39,300 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,372 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the smart #5 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5 Wagon. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the smart #5 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 30 km more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.
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 noticeably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the NIO ET5 Wagon takes 4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the smart #5 is marginally faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the NIO ET5 Wagon tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers marginally more torque with 710 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, smart #5 is barely lighter – 2,200 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.
Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers clearly more boot space – 630 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.
For maximum load capacity, the smart #5 offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,530 L, about 230 L more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.
When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries marginally more – 502 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.
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.
The NIO ET5 Wagon blends sleek fastback styling with the sensible practicality of a wagon, delivering a premium-feeling cabin and clever cargo space that keeps life neatly packed. For buyers who want electric refinement without sacrificing family-hauler utility, the ET5 Wagon offers quiet, eager performance and smart packaging that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally enjoyable — yes, even with the dog and the golf clubs.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
435 - 560 km
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Electric Range
465 - 590 km
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
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Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Trunk capacity
630 L
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Length
4,790 mm
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Length
4,695 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Height
1,705 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
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Payload
445 - 465 kg
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Payload
475 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
490 HP
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Power HP
340 - 646 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
373 - 710 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
360 kW
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Power kW
250 - 475 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
NIO
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Brand
smart
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