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Porsche Macan vs smart #5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (639 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (69200 £ vs 39300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Porsche Macan or smart #5?

Porsche Macan

smart #5

5 (3 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39300 £, while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £. That’s a price difference of around 29829 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Porsche Macan: with 17 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the smart #5 with 18.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.40 kWh.

As for range, the Porsche Macan performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 644 km, about 54 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 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 646 HP compared to 639 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the smart #5 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs to a small extent better – reaching 260 km/h, while the smart #5 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls evident stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 710 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, smart #5 is slight lighter – 2200 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

In terms of boot space, the smart #5 offers somewhat more room – 630 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

In maximum load capacity, the smart #5 performs somewhat better – up to 1530 L, which is about 182 L more than the Porsche Macan.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Macan minimal takes the win – 545 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the smart #5 shows itself to be barely ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
  • Electric Range : 465 - 590 km
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Porsche Macan
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Porsche Macan

The Porsche Macan feels like a compact sports car dressed in SUV clothes, delivering razor-sharp handling and a cabin that somehow mixes luxury with everyday practicality. For buyers who crave driving thrills without sacrificing usability, the Macan is a rare breed that makes running errands feel like a weekend blast and manages to look smugly good in the process.

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smart #5

5 (3 Reviews)
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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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5 (3 Reviews)
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Stefan
4 Dec 2025, 21:11:24

Bis auf das noch hoffentlich bald verbesserte/reduzierte Gebimmel und die gruselig schlecht zu erreichende Stummschaltung der Geschwindigkeitswarnung ist das Auto wirklich der Hammer!
Sehr, sehr leise, komfortabel, extrem schnell (Brabus Version), tolle Verarbeitung, tolle Ausstattung!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Price
39300 - 52200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
95 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
2295 - 2470 kg
Curb weight
2200 - 2378 kg
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Length
4695 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Height
1705 mm
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Max trunk capacity
1530 L
Payload
470 - 545 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Porsche
Brand
smart

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Is the Porsche Macan offered with different drivetrains?

The Porsche Macan is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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