Nissan Ariya vs smart #5 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

Costs and Efficiency: 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.

Nissan Ariya has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37300 £, while the smart #5 costs 39300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2065 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Nissan Ariya: with 17.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the smart #5 with 18.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.70 kWh.

As for range, the smart #5 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 590 km, about 59 km more than the Nissan Ariya.

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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 646 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the smart #5 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Nissan Ariya tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 pulls a bit stronger with 710 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 110 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 Nissan Ariya is to a small extent lighter – 1980 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.

In terms of boot space, the smart #5 offers distinct more room – 630 L compared to 468 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.

In maximum load capacity, the smart #5 performs slightly better – up to 1530 L, which is about 180 L more than the Nissan Ariya.

When it comes to payload, smart #5 slightly takes the win – 502 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

All in all, the smart #5 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.