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Polestar 4 vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or smart #5?

Polestar 4 vs smart #5: Key differences

Polestar 4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range

smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • marginally lighter
  • somewhat 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

smart #5 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 39,300 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,715 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 4 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 30 km more than the smart #5.

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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 moderately more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.8 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

Looking at top speed, the smart #5 is marginally faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers barely more torque with 710 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 24 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, smart #5 is marginally lighter – 2,200 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers somewhat more boot space – 630 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,536 L, about 6 L more than the smart #5.

When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries very slightly more – 502 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 is decisively ahead 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
Polestar 4
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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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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Polestar 4
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
0 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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
526 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
4,840 mm
Length
4,695 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,534 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
smart
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