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smart #5 vs Alpine A390 comparison

Compare performance (646 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (39,300 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #5 or Alpine A390?

smart #5 vs Alpine A390: Key differences

smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Alpine A390

  • only slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

#5

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.

smart #5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,300 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,515 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #5 is marginally more efficient: consuming 18.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Alpine A390. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers barely more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 39 km more than the Alpine A390.

A390

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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Alpine A390 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A390 delivers moderately more torque with 824 Nm compared to 710 Nm. That’s about 114 Nm more.

#5

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A390 is only slightly lighter – 2,121 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 79 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers a bit more boot space – 630 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries marginally more – 502 kg compared to 484 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 holds a decisive overall lead 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
#5

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
smart #5
Alpine A390

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Alpine A390

The Alpine A390 is the brand’s leap into the fast electric crossover arena, wrapping Dieppe’s lightweight ethos in a sleek, coupe-ish body with real everyday usability. If the steering and chassis feel echo the A110, this could be the enthusiast’s family EV—subtle, sharp, and très chic, with enough theatre to make the school run feel like a pit lane exit.

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smart #5
Alpine A390

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Price
57,900 - 66,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Electric Range
497 - 551 km
Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Curb weight
2,121 - 2,124 kg
Trunk capacity
630 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4,695 mm
Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 502 kg
Payload
481 - 484 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
Alpine
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